The Transformational CIO: Leadership and Innovation Strategies for IT Executives in a Rapidly Changing World

Chapter 1

Vision and Organization

Executive Summary

Defining the vision is the essential first step in any successful transformation plan. As CIO, you should be able to describe the vision and convey its critical importance to the organization in as few words as possible. The next key step is building or restructuring an effective IT leadership team that will support your transformational efforts—and watch your back.