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The Next Evolution of Tech Leadership: From IT Delivery to Business Enablement

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CIOs and CTOs are under more pressure than ever to deliver business value. They’re navigating AI adoption, digital product delivery, cybersecurity risks, and cost reduction — often all at once. And in many ways, they’ve succeeded in transforming IT into a more agile, scalable, and cloud-first function. But as business expectations grow, the next frontier is emerging. It’s not just about what tech leaders deliver — it’s about how deeply they understand and influence how the business works. The Shift Toward Capability-Centered Thinking Progressive technology leaders are beginning to reframe their role through the lens of business capabilities and operational processes — the foundational “what” and “how” behind business value creation. This shift doesn’t mean abandoning technical excellence. It means pairing it with a deep understanding of: What the business needs to be great at Where operational friction exists How process simplification, standardization, and digitization can unlock rea...
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New Feature: Transforming Stakeholder Engagement in IT Leadership - Published in CXO Dispatch

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I’m excited to share that I was recently featured in CXO Dispatch , where I had the opportunity to discuss how IT leaders can reshape their role from technology providers to strategic business partners. In just five minutes, I cover key principles that have shaped my approach to enterprise leadership: Building trust as the foundation for transformation Moving beyond delivery to focus on clarity, collaboration, and adoption Embedding IT within business teams to drive outcomes Creating a culture of shared accountability and continuous improvement This is a topic I’m deeply passionate about, especially as IT organizations are being asked to do more with less while still driving innovation and business alignment. 🎥 Watch the feature here As always, I’d love to hear your thoughts. How are you engaging stakeholders and creating meaningful cross-functional collaboration in your organization?
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Aligning IT with Business – The Key to Driving Real Digital Transformation

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"Too many organizations let technology dictate transformation. The real key? Aligning IT with business needs first." This principle defines the philosophy of Gary C. Crisci, a transformational IT executive with over two decades of experience at the intersection of business and technology. For organizations striving for operational excellence and scalable growth, aligning IT with business objectives isn't just important--it's essential. Want to read more? Check out my article on C-Suite Brief
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Building a Technology Transformation Factory

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Executive Summary: Building a Technology Transformation Factory How do you execute large-scale IT transformation with precision, consistency, and trust? Transformation isn’t about a single initiative—it’s about creating a repeatable process that enables organizations to scale change efficiently . A Technology Transformation Factory provides a structured approach to executing complex programs while ensuring alignment, transparency, and stakeholder engagement . This article is grounded in my experience leading the Application Migration Factory (AMF) at GE HealthCare , a high-stakes program that successfully migrated 1,400+ applications in just 18 months . The prologue provides context for this transformation, explaining the urgency and challenges of breaking away from GE’s corporate infrastructure. While the AMF was specific to IT divestiture, the principles behind its success are universally applicable to any large-scale IT transformation effort . Key Takeaways from This Framework:...
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