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83%
68%
60%
44.8
5.7
y.
Average time in role
Analyzing and
innovating business
processes to increase
operational agility
Supporting growth
through product
innovation
Keeping IT
running most
efficiently to
free capacity for
strategic tasks
Bringing innovation
Creating value for the business
where digital-ready CIOs stand out
both to the business model
and the development of new
products or services
Share of women
13%
52%
38%
10%
Educational background
Business
IT
Other
Average age
Implementing disruptive technologies
such as cloud, mobile and analytics
Improved standing
within the organization
in the last three years
71% 71%
81%
Providing facts as basis
for strategic decisions
Discussing IT's role
in business transformation
Discussing IT budgetary
issues and infrastructure
management87%
78%
70%
Top three engagement areas
with the executive management board
How digital-ready CIOs stand out
49%
Seat at the executive management board
83%
Change
management
Leadership
Communication
and influencing90%
Top three skills to succeed
90%