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As cyberattacks continue to mount – and place healthcare organizations under the spotlight – the CISO role has becoming increasingly important, according to Nick Giannas and Zachary Durst of WittKeiffer. In this piece, they share findings from a recent report on the most significant challenges facing cybersecurity leaders and how they can be overcome.
Although Covid-19 has presented myriad challenges for healthcare IT leaders, it has also sparked innovation and creative solutions, according to a group of CIOs, who shared their goals for 2022.
As CIOs strive to rethink business and service models to keep pace with increasing competition, two challenges weigh heavily on their minds: recruiting and retaining top talent, and safeguarding data, according to CIO interviews conducted by WittKieffer.
From driving digital strategies to staying connected with virtual teams, CIOs have faced a new set of challenges during the pandemic, while developing new strengths, according to Nick Giannas of WittKieffer.
The biggest mistake job hunting IT executives can make – especially at an event like HIMSS – is staying inside their bubble of colleagues, says Zachary Durst of WittKieffer, who provides tips on how to effectively leverage networking opportunities.
For leaders looking to increase their profile and grow their own name recognition, LinkedIn can be a powerful tool – if it’s used properly and consistently updated, says Zachary Durst of WittKieffer.
The days of CTOs being confined to the data center are long gone, says Hillary Ross of Witt/Kieffer. “Now it’s a very visible role; someone who can sit down with senior leaders at the highest levels” and be part of strategic discussions.
It’s time to stop thinking of CNIOs as ‘firefighters,’ and start seeing them as key figures in guiding business decisions and strategies at the highest levels, according to Tammy Jackson and Hillary Ross of Witt/Kieffer.
What are the most common mistakes CIO candidates make during job interviews, and how can they be avoided? Zachary Durst of Witt/Kieffer shares advice on navigating what can be a rigorous process.
As organizations focus more resources on optimization, having leaders who can act as “bridges” between is becoming increasingly important, says Hillary Ross, who discusses trends in health IT leadership.
