A global survey of 750 CIOs and CEOs reveals their
biggest worry isstaffing problems and the IT skills
crisis.
The survey was commissioned by the non-profit independent IT
Governance Institute (ITGI). It found that more than one-third
(38%) of CIOs and CEOs worldwide pointed to problems relating to
staff with inadequate skills.
The survey also found that 58% of CIOs and CEOs were worried
about an
insufficient number of staff.
In addition, 48% said that IT service delivery problems were a
common problem.
"Despite recent economic news and employee layoffs, we are
seeing an increased demand for qualified information technology
professionals throughout the industry," said Lynn Lawton,
international president of the ITGI.
"Without a well-trained, fully staffed IT department, the bottom
line is that many organisations around the world are needlessly
sacrificing money, productivity and competitive advantage.
"Executives need to direct their IT for optimal advantage,
reduce IT-related risks and measure the value provided by IT," she
said.