Yesterday I attended a CIO Summit, put on by the Society for Information Management (SIM) in New York City. My attendance was prompted by the topic of IT leadership, which was covered in several breakout sessions and by the keynote speakers. It was gratifying to hear senior technology executives say they recognize what they need...Read More
Technology management is not getting any easier, despite technology’s ubiquity, the ease with which we integrate it with our daily lives and cloud-based services, which should simplify nearly everything if you believe the press. The primary reason why there’s a disconnect — a lack of meshing — between users who believe technology should be straightforward...Read More
Before I’ve mentioned how much I enjoy the ‘Corner Office’ section of the Sunday New York Times. The leaders profiled are well-selected and there’s something new to be learned each week. Most of all, I find what is said is natural, sensible, clear, and so obvious you wonder how many leaders miss these basics. The...Read More
Very rarely — except possibly on the most technical projects — is collaborating with the business not a necessity on technology projects. Indeed, it is the goal of technology to enable the business; thus, technology and business management cannot avoid each other! Working together towards a goal is a must. What I learned from more...Read More
Since I first created my web site, I’ve had two opposite reactions: 1) business managers and technology managers work together very effectively and your services are not necessary; and 2) your services are vital, despite what technologists and business managers might say — no one wants to admit we still have problems. Here is what...Read More
Back in 2007 William Ury published The Power of a Positive No. Ury at the time was best known for co-writing Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In. I am writing today about his 2007 work because I sense among my friends and colleagues that they cannot say ‘no’ to anyone about anything, putting...Read More
