The Austin, Robert D. (Robert Daniel) 1962- creator Nolan, Richard L. 1940- O'Donnell, Shannon 1983- text bibliography mau 2016 monographic eng xiii, 328 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm This business novel follows Jim Barton, a non-technical executive who is unexpectedly appointed Chief Information Officer (CIO) at a struggling company, IVK Corporation. Over the course of a year, Barton faces real-world IT leadership challenges—from crisis management and cybersecurity to talent development and innovation. Through a series of engaging, fictional episodes, Barton learns how to bridge the gap between business and technology, manage stakeholders, and lead strategic IT initiatives. The book blends storytelling with practical lessons, making it a unique guide to what it truly takes to be an effective IT leader—especially for those without a deep technical background. Great for IT professionals, managers, and MBA students alike. The new CIO -- CIO challenges -- CIO leadership -- The cost of IT -- The value of IT -- Project management -- The runaway project -- IT priorities -- IT and the board of directors -- Crisis -- Damage -- Communication -- Emerging technology -- Vendor partnering -- Managing talent -- Standardization and innovation -- Managing risk -- Looking forward. Robert D. Austin, Richard L. Nolan, Shannon O'Donnell. Updated with a new preface by the authors. Includes bibliographical references and index.. Information technology Management Strategic planning Data processing Management information systems Information resources management Tecnologías de la información Administración Planificación estratégica Administración de empresas Procesamiento de datos Sistemas de información en administración Gestión de recursos de información HD 30.2 A937a 2016 004.068/4 Austin, Robert D. (Robert Daniel), 1962- author. Boston, Massachusetts : Harvard Business Review Press, [2016] (DLC) 2016008595 9781633691667 (alk. paper) 1633691667 (alk. paper) 2016000377 DLC 160218 20250827171355.0 18979408 eng