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Sculptor vs. Painter · Level Your Tech Landscape, So You Can Level Your Virtual CIO
To risk starting out this article with an obvious acknowledgement: Technology initiatives don’t all carry the same risks, rewards, or complexity. Some are iterative, reversible,
What’s Next Beyond LLMs? Sensory AI
Over the last few years, large language models (LLMs) have transformed how organizations think about artificial intelligence. Tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini demonstrate the
Future-Proof your Organization · AI-Human Collaboration & Max Automation
For midsize organizations, the question is no longer whether artificial intelligence will change how work gets done – it already has. The real question is
Sometimes a Project Manager is Not Enough · When to Consider a Virtual CIO to Lead Enterprise System Projects
Enterprise technology projects are rarely just about technology. When organizations undertake implementations of large-scale systems – ERP, CRM, HCM, etc. – the promise is transformative
Modernization for Monetization · Digital Transformation in Healthcare
The waiting room of a busy regional healthcare clinic used to hum with the sound of frustration. Patients lined up at the reception desk, flipping
Who’s Thinking Strategically About IT & AI for Your Organization?
It’s a question that every board of directors should be asking, of leaders of organizations large and small. And it’s a question that too many
…and What About Us? How Innovation Vista Leverages AI
We get asked all the time: “Do you actually use AI in your own work?” Short answer: every single day in myriad ways. Longer answer:
The IT Org-chart of the Future · the Ascendancy of Innovation, Data, & AI
By 2035, corporate landscapes will have evolved dramatically, reshaped by artificial intelligence, pervasive automation, and hyper-connectivity. Central to this seismic shift is the transformation of
The Lofty · and Still Rising · Value of a Tech & AI Consiglieri
In the mythology of power, the consigliere has always been a figure of intrigue. Not the leader themselves, but the trusted counselor—the one who whispers
Expertise on a String for Recruiters · White-Labeled C-level Tech Strategy & Leadership
In the fast-moving marketplace of executive search, firms live and die by the strength of their client relationships. For decades, the core proposition has been
Lessons for the AI Revolution from the Industrial Revolution
History has a peculiar way of echoing itself. In the throes of the Industrial Revolution, humanity experienced a seismic shift comparable to today’s Artificial Intelligence
The Coming Quantum Challenge to Cryptography & Encryption
Quantum computing, a once-theoretical frontier of science fiction, now stands at the precipice of reality, threatening to upend the very foundations of cryptographic security that
Evolving AI Governance · Dimensions for Consideration by Midsize Organizations
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has moved from the fringes of experimentation into the mainstream of business strategy. For midsize organizations, the opportunity is enormous—but so are
The Added Bonus of Automation & AI · Resiliency
In addition to the enormous benefits organizations are reaping through automation & AI on their efficiencies and capabilities, another kind of “bonus” benefit has risen
People are the X-Factor · the Crucial Role of Leadership to AI & Automation
AI and automation are transformative forces reshaping industries, economies, and societies. Yet, amid the sweeping technological advancements, a fundamental truth persists: technology alone does not
Where this Road Will Take Us · Navigating the Tech & AI Disruption Underway
Humanity stands on the cusp of an unprecedented transformation. As artificial intelligence (AI) and related technologies accelerate their growth, the next decade promises profound disruptions
Tech Meets Talent · Has the Time Come to Combine IT & HR?
In the modern midsize company landscape, efficiency isn’t just a goal—it’s a necessity. Two departments often operating in separate silos, Information Technology (IT) and Human
AI Upgrades the Virtual Workforce · from RPA to Intelligent Automation & Agentic AI
In corporate boardrooms and tech hubs around the world, discussions about digital transformation invariably circle back to a critical frontier: automation. Robotic Process Automation (RPA),
The Rise of the Chief AI Officer (CAIO) · Virtual, Fractional, & Full-time
In the corridors of corporate headquarters worldwide, a fresh voice has emerged, articulating the language of neural networks, deep learning, and data ethics. Enter the
But Don’t You See? AI Strategy IS IT Strategy
Every executive blueprint for artificial intelligence relies on – and should be co-evolved with – the nuts-and-bolts architecture and processes of the enterprise technology platform.
5 Red Flags that your IT may be Costing You Growth
In the boardrooms of growing companies, there’s an oft-overlooked gap between potential and performance. That gap, more often than not, is digital. IT strategy—the invisible
If Culture Eats Strategy for Breakfast, It Will Be Adrift by Dinner
Peter Drucker’s famous quote, “Culture eats strategy for breakfast,” has resonated with countless business leaders, emphasizing the powerful influence of organizational culture. While it’s clear
Manus · a 1st Promising, if Limited, Example of Generalized AI Agents
In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, a new frontier has emerged: agentic AI. Unlike traditional AI systems that respond to specific inputs, agentic
Growing Enterprise Value with Strategic IT · How & Why it Works
For decades, many businesses have viewed their IT departments as little more than a back-office function—keeping servers running, ensuring emails flow, and resetting forgotten passwords.
BI is AI’s Best Friend · and Vice Versa
Business Intelligence (BI) has long been the backbone of modern organizations, guiding executives through an ever-growing labyrinth of data. Today, another technology is clamoring for
Quantum Surge · Microsoft Invents a New State of Matter to Build Qubits at Scale
Microsoft’s Quantum Leap: The Majorana 1 Chip and the Future of Computing For decades, quantum computing has existed as a tantalizing possibility, promising to revolutionize
New Thinking on Migrating Data History in the Age of BI & AI
For decades, system migrations have been treated primarily as operational exercises – moves from one software platform to another, often driven by the need for
Innovation Vista Honored Again as Top CIO Services Provider by CIO Bulletin
We are proud to announce that Innovation Vista has again been named the Top CIO Service Provider by CIO Bulletin Magazine. This accolade was featured in the magazine’s
The State of AI & the Digital Era in 2025 · 3 Key Themes for Midmarket CEOs
In 2025, artificial intelligence (AI) has transitioned from a buzzword to a fundamental pillar of enterprise digital strategy. While AI adoption was once the domain
The Digital Transformation of NFL QB Training · Jayden Daniels & the Power of Virtual Reality
The NFL is no stranger to innovation. From advanced analytics to biomechanical studies, the league constantly seeks the next edge to elevate performance. Yet, few