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FEATURE : CIO ’ S PRIORITY

THE CIO STILL HAS

A UNIQUE AND HIGHLY VALUABLE ROLE TO PLAY , ONE THAT IS EVOLVING WHILE

REMAINING FOCUSED ON CLEAR GOALS .

the CTO looks outward , using technology to improve or innovate products that serve the customers ?” The two roles are vital and are co-dependent . Holding them together is a bond of knowledge , based ideally on an upgraded combination of continuous learning and continuous communication , not just with each other but with every member of the organization .
In just the same way that IT and security are not departments to be hidden away in siloes , the conversation about security , processes and people must remain front of mind and leading edge . It is the role of the CIO to ensure this happens . p
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