CIOPF2018 INCIDENT RESPONSE- GETTING THE CIO AND CISO TALKING THE SAME LANGUAGE

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IT and Security need to cooperate on incident response and that begins with a shared vocabulary for incidents. For example, a CISO’s definition of an incident is usually not the same as the ITIL definition. Security may classify incidents in terms of risk whereas IT may classify them based on SLA’s. In this breakout David Sheidlower …

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CIOPF2018 DISRUPTIVE NEXT-GEN ANALYTICS: WHAT’S NEXT?

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Smart companies are looking to their data, relying on analytics to uncover the answers. Yet the analytics technology landscape is evolving rapidly as well, more rapidly than most organizations and people can respond. With so much riding on the ability to extract value from data, you can’t afford to make a bet on the wrong …

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CIOPF2018 HIGH PERFORMANCE LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT FOR THE DIGITAL AGE

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Our ability to rapidly and effectively envision, develop and deliver technology- related value to enhance the customer experience is becoming a key competitive differentiator. This calls for a new way of thinking about the relationship of IT within the business, and a new way of working across the enterprise. We need to streamline the flow …

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CIOPF2018 ACCELERATED OPEN SPACE

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After small group discussion, participants come back together to share each group’s highlights and insights, creating leveraged learning among all participants. This session by Steve Bell and Karen Whitley Bell reflects the mission of the CIO Association of Canada, to bring technology leaders together with their peers, for shared learning and development. This experience also …

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CIOPF2018 TACKLING INDUSTRY DISRUPTION: THE CIO’S ROLE IN DRIVING INNOVATION AND DIGITAL ENABLEMENT

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As the fourth industrial revolution takes shape, game-changing innovation has become the norm and it is imperative that organizations heighten their awareness of the impact of new and emerging technologies on business and society over the next decade. Organizations that embed innovation at the core of their business processes are positioning themselves as disruptors to …

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CIOPF2018 COMBINING AGILE AND WATERFALL APPROACHES TO GOVERN RISKY PROJECTS

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In her presentation, Blaize Horner Reich used the data from this research to explore the emergence of hybrid forms of project governance and she also discussed: – What Agile can learn from Waterfall practices – How mixing Agile and Waterfall might be essential for high-risk projects – Can CIOs use Agile as a disruptive innovation to …

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CIOPF2018 BREAKING THROUGH THE DIGITAL DEADLOCK

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In his presentation, Bill Keyworth addressed digital strategy and its impact on IT strategy. It is critical for CIOs to recalibrate their IT organization and capabilities for the digital strategy. Mr. Keyworth also shared tools to quantitatively validate the new IT metrics, platforms and roadmaps needed for digital transformation. Click the icon below to download …

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IDC Canada Presentation in Toronto Jan 25-18

CIO Association members can download the slide deck from the Toronto chapter IDC Predictions event held at the University Club on January 25, 2018 by clicking on the presentation icon download the slide deck by clicking on the presentation icon below.

IDC’s Top Executive Survey Results

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IDC Canada’s annual Top Executive survey is a featured study for CIOs. In partnership with the CIO Association of Canada, IDC surveyed business and IT executives on their top priorities, challenges and outlook. Join IDC’s Tony Olvet and Rob Burbach to hear how the c-suite in Canada is tackling key issues such as digital transformation, …

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Is Blockchain Ready for the Enterprise deck

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On November 7, 2017, internationally recognized thought leader in digital currencies and blockchain technologies Manie Eagar spoke to Vancouver Chapter members.   Members can download the slides from the presentation by clicking the icon below.   

State of Digital Transformation

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In collaboration with DX Agents, the CIO Association of Canada recently conducted a survey to understand CIO and CFO attitudes and organizational preparation for digital transformation.  The results demonstrate that some of our largest companies are squandering opportunities to take global leadership in tech. This failure to act has already affected our retail sector, and …

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The Calgary Airport Authority

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The Calgary Airport Authority: Preparing for the technology needs of the 21st century (October 2017) The Calgary Airport Authority (YYC) has recently opened a large International terminal and a new runway to service it’s rapidly-growing international markets. Calgary is becoming increasingly recognized as a centre for global businesses and international travel.  Making the transition to …

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