CIO participants discussed how the cloud is not just an alternative to data centers, but a strategic means to driving their overall business.  This shift in thinking has evolved the role of CIO’s to being the primary owners of digital strategy and organizational change. 

Key takeaways from the discussion

1. CIOs increasingly see the need for a digital-first mentality at their organizations.
2. The CIO role is ever-evolving – just like the technology they manage.
3. CIOs need to know the business — and align their initiatives accordingly.