Insights and opinions from New York-area CIOs on the tech industry

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New York City
Tech Roundup
A year-in-review from NYC CIOs
2016

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Technical Skills in Demand
 The top skills in demand
among NYC CIOs:
– Desktop support
– Database management
– Web development/
website design
– Windows administration
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The Pressure is Rising
 Eighty-seven percent of
NYC CIOs report the
pressure their teams face
has increased compared
to five years ago.
 Staying current on
industry trends creates
the greatest source of
pressure.
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Soft Skills are Hot
 CIOs report the soft skills that
need the most improvement
among their teams:
– Communication
– Problem-solving skills
– Work ethic
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Turnover is a Top Concern
 Fifty-one percent of NYC CIOs are concerned about
losing top tech talent.
 Nineteen percent said losing them would greatly impact
their business.
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Turnover is a Top Concern
 Fifty-one percent of NYC CIOs are concerned about
losing top tech talent.
 Nineteen percent said losing them would greatly impact
their business.
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