The role of tech leaders is evolving fast

As digital transformation and AI take center stage, the expectations for Chief Technology Officers (CTOs), Chief Information Officers (CIOs), and Chief Digital and Information Officers (CDIOs) are higher than ever.

Today, these leaders are being asked not just to manage technology but to drive business value in innovative ways.

Here’s how tech officers are reshaping their roles:

• Orchestrator: Tech leaders are now responsible for integrating AI and digital across business functions, with a focus on delivering real business outcomes.

• Builder: Beyond supporting existing operations, they are creating new revenue-generating digital businesses, leveraging tools like generative AI to build customer-facing products.

• Protector: The growing complexity of tech makes cybersecurity more critical than ever. Tech officers now protect not just systems, but entire business models from evolving threats.

• Operator: They are integrating tech deeply into core business functions, from procurement to customer experience, ensuring efficiency, automation, and innovation.

Now is the time for technology officers to embrace these expanded roles and lead their companies to new heights of success.