Since the Future-State CIO® program began in 2007, the goal was simple – to define the future of the CIO role as a strategic business partner, not just head of all things tech. Our now widely accepted model divides the role into three distinct stages – Function Head, Transformation Leader and Business Strategist.

The good news is that since 2008 the number of CIOs classified as business strategists has more than doubled.*

Our members have made great strides in transforming the CIO’s “head of tech” role into a C-level advisor, but we’re not universally there yet.

Our members have developed tools for advancing the profession as a whole and for individuals looking for help in becoming a Future-State CIO®, including:

  • A role advancement framework and competency development map
  • Best practices research and field guide
  • Assessment tools for your c-level executive competencies, your business stakeholder relationships and your senior leadership team’s capabilities
  • Online seminars for CIOs; Workshops, panels and peer roundtables for senior managers
  • Peer advice for solving the challenges of the CIO Paradox
  • Press and media opportunities to influence the profession and business expectations

*State of the CIO Survey