CIO

But chief data officers find that with more respect comes greater responsibility.

Fewer than half of programmers are confident in the code they write and run, with 60 percent lacking confidence in the security of their applications, says Joe McCann.

Getting the right people in place is as crucial to ensuring success during, and beyond, implementation of new technology, says Novarica brief.

A recent study found that at most firms, two-thirds of the technology budget is spent on 'keeping the lights on' vs. business-advancing initiatives.

Firms that give workers ready access to the applications they need are nearly three times as likely to be rated as leaders in digital transformation by staff.

The data discord happening at some organizations may be the result of unclear expectations or a lapse in communication between these individuals.

Artificial intelligence, followed by digital security and the IoT are the most differentiating technologies, but also among the hardest to hire for, say IT leaders.

While the emergence of the chief data officer is undeniable, not every role is created equally or set-up for success. Here's how these pros view their own jobs.

Enterprise-wide digital transformation efforts are putting information at greater risk for compromise.

New chief information officer Martha Gallo held tech positions elsewhere before working in the audit function at AIG.