CIOs in government have a short window to make a lasting impact – and even less time to build a positive reputation. So how they handle their first few months on the job sets the tone for the rest of their tenure.
This week, a panel of veteran CIOs offered advice for new IT leaders on making a smooth transition into the job at the California Public Sector CIO Academy in Sacramento. In the wake of a November 2014 general election which produced 11 new governors and triggered turnover among state constitutional officers and mayors, their timing couldn’t have been better. As new administrations settle in, many of them will be choosing new technology teams.
For this new class of incoming CIOs, here are some tips for hitting the ground running.
