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Workshop Abstract The Human Side of IT: A Strategic Approach to Developing Connected Technology Leaders (SM)

Workshop Abstract The Human Side of IT: A Strategic Approach to Developing Connected Technology Leaders (SM)
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Author(s): Barbara Trautlein (Compel Ltd., USA)
Copyright: 2007
Pages: 1
Source title: Managing Worldwide Operations and Communications with Information Technology
Source Editor(s): Mehdi Khosrow-Pour, D.B.A. (Information Resources Management Association, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-59904-929-8.ch392
ISBN13: 9781599049298
EISBN13: 9781466665378

Abstract

The workshop “The Human Side of IT: A Strategic Approach to Developing Connected Technology Leaders (SM)” will be delivered in an interactive format. This workshop acknowledges that the field of IT and professionals employed in IT are among the most important variables in the future of organizations. However, a growing body of research indicates that the future of IT leadership is increasingly “less about the technology” and “more about empowering people to provide relevant business solutions.” The challenge for IT professionals is to develop competencies for navigating social networks, influencing key decision-makers, and building consensus across organizations.

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