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Leveraging Design Thinking for IT-Business Alignment in Prioritizing Mission-Critical Needs

Tullio Siragusa

IT teams, led by the CTO, are often more focused on the technical aspects, such as system stability and data security. This method can break down departmental silos, fostering a culture of collaboration and mutual understanding. The Misalignment Challenge Before delving into the solutions, let’s first shed light on the problem.

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Leave Your Title at the Door and Remove the Door From It's Hinges

Idea Champions

Theirs is a corporate culture founded on delight. And so, I decided to share my title-changing revelation with my colleagues -- the "Senior Consultant," the "Webmaster," the "Chief Technology Officer," and the "Director of Operations.". Here's what they told me: - Chief Enlightenment Officer.

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Hackathons—HR’s best friend

hackerearth

HR leaders no longer just stick to legal and compliance issues; they are now strategic business partners with a key role to play in shaping the company’s culture and taking the company closer to realizing its vision. Watch your company culture get upvoted. You only need look at what Facebook’s hackathons did for its culture.