A Change in Conversation

16_4 things CIOs must get right to build influence


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AI puts IT at the centre of business change – now CIOs must turn that moment into influence.

Problem

CIOs have long wanted IT to be seen as more than an operational provider. But influence is not earned through technical delivery alone. It depends on whether business stakeholders understand the direction, trust the guidance, adopt the technology, and see the value.

Why it matters now

AI and data have moved IT into the centre of business change. This creates a rare opportunity for CIOs to strengthen IT’s strategic role — or miss the moment.

**What you’ll learn **

-Why technical delivery is no longer enough
-How CIOs can create strategic clarity
-Where stakeholder trust breaks down
-Why adoption shapes IT’s reputation
-How to tell a stronger value story
-What IT must do differently now

Executive takeaway

CIO influence grows when IT becomes a trusted guide for business value, not just a provider of systems.

**Listen now to learn how CIOs can turn the AI moment into greater visibility, stronger tech adoption, and more influence where decisions are made. **

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A Change in ConversationBy Arne Kötting