CIO
The Changing Role of the CIO
Flickr Photo: david reeceIn the nonprofit sector, we've been maligned as slow tech adopters for a long time. Having worked in this sector for a decade now, I suspect this used to be one strereotype based on some truth.
But I don't think it's the case anymore. In fact, I see our sector grappling with some of the same technology issues as our much bigger counterparts in the for-profit world.
This is certainly the case when it comes to technology leadership. Witness the recent TechRepublic article: "The CIO is Dead (Long Live the CIO)". The argument? If your job as CIO is focused on operations and helpdesk, you're worthless. You should be focused on how IT can leverage the program, marketing, and overall strategy of your organization.
From the article:
How Do You Get Your Piece of the Budget Pie?
Flickr Photo: matuko_aminiRaise your hand if getting funding for your tech projects takes longer than implementing the projects themselves.
Halfway through the year, most organizations are starting to think about budgets for the next year. The lobbying, pleading, persuading, and cajoling begin early, as every one of your departments vie for a piece of the budget pie.
How do you get yours?
