Global survey finds only 48% of digital initiatives meet business outcomes. (Credit: CrizzyStudio/Shutterstock) Only 48% of digital initiatives undertaken by enterprises meet or exceed their intended business outcomes, according to a global survey by Gartner. Conversely, the study by the management consultant company found that 71% of those CIOs and IT managers who were especially proactive in pushing digital projects forward achieved or surpassed their targets. This so-called ‘digital vanguard’ was identified in a survey of some 3,100 CIOs and technology executives, as well as 1,100 executive leaders outside IT. “This digital vanguard distinguishes themselves from the rest of CIOs and CxOs because they co-own digital delivery,” explained Gartner research vice president Raf Gelders. “CIOs and CxOs are equally responsible, accountable and involved in delivering the digital solutions their enterprises need. This is a radical departure from the traditional paradigm of IT delivery and business ‘project sponsorship’ that predominates in most enterprises.” CIO investment trends show a focus on emerging technologies Gartner’s findings highlight key investment trends for 2025, showing a strong focus on emerging technologies. Among the CIOs surveyed, 87% plan to increase funding for cybersecurity measures, while the same percentage intends to boost investments in generative AI. […]
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Invest The Invisible Impact
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Invest The Invisible Impact
