IT Leadership - Taylor Joseph
- Balancing Competing Tensions in a Rapidly Digitizing World
In an era where technology drives both day-to-day operations and strategic innovation, the role of IT leaders has become increasingly complex. IT Leadership: Balancing Competing Tensions in a Rapidly Digitizing World delves into the unique challenges IT leaders face, balancing their responsibility for leveraging technology to drive performance while managing specialized teams and budgets. IT leaders must navigate organizational tensions, manage "shadow IT" initiatives, and make critical decisions amid rapid technological changes like AI and cloud computing. Drawing on recent studies, this monograph explores the evolving expectations of IT leaders and provides insights on how to manage the growing demands of modern organizations.
The monograph begins with a review of the IT leadership literature by first discussing the various domains of scholarship that address IT leadership questions. The authors then review several of the theories that have been used to guide prior IT leader research. The monograph examines several of the contemporary issues and administrative challenges that IT leaders face. Finally, the authors conclude with suggestions for future examination. Whether you are an aspiring or seasoned IT leader, this work offers invaluable guidance to thrive in the digital age.
EAN: 9781638284482
In an era where technology drives both day-to-day operations and strategic innovation, the role of IT leaders has become increasingly complex. IT Leadership: Balancing Competing Tensions in a Rapidly Digitizing World delves into the unique challenges IT leaders face, balancing their responsibility for leveraging technology to drive performance while managing specialized teams and budgets. IT leaders must navigate organizational tensions, manage "shadow IT" initiatives, and make critical decisions amid rapid technological changes like AI and cloud computing. Drawing on recent studies, this monograph explores the evolving expectations of IT leaders and provides insights on how to manage the growing demands of modern organizations.
The monograph begins with a review of the IT leadership literature by first discussing the various domains of scholarship that address IT leadership questions. The authors then review several of the theories that have been used to guide prior IT leader research. The monograph examines several of the contemporary issues and administrative challenges that IT leaders face. Finally, the authors conclude with suggestions for future examination. Whether you are an aspiring or seasoned IT leader, this work offers invaluable guidance to thrive in the digital age.
EAN: 9781638284482