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The Consulting CIO offers a range of services, including board-level advisory & membership and CIO/CTO support services, to help organisations modernise, transform, and streamline complex IT environments.

At the Board level

Digital and cyber skills are becoming increasingly important at the board level, due to the increasing reliance of organisations on technology and the growing threat of cyber attacks. Having a board that understands the strategic importance of Digital Technologies, and the risks associated with it, can help organisations make informed decisions about technology investments, prioritise cyber security appropriately, and effectively manage all technology-related risks. Having a board with digital and cyber expertise can also ensure that the organisation is equipped to leverage technology to drive innovation, growth, and competitive advantage.

Board Membership/Advisory services include:

Digital Transformation Governance

Put in place the right framework, policies, and practices that ensure Digital Transformation initiatives align with overall business strategy, goals, and objectives.

Technology Innovation & Enablement

Successfully intergrate new technologies into a company’s operations to improve efficiency, Customer Experience, and competitiveness while increasing staff engagement through Digital Enablement.

Organisational Change Management

Align technology investments with business objectives, while ensuring collaboration between business & technology teams, and continuous monitoring & adjustment.

Cyber Resilience

Developing a holistic approach to protecting the organisation from cyber threats by preparing for, responding to, and recovering from attacks, at a cultural level – a culture of Cyber Resilience.

CIO/CTO Services

As the need for information technology services continues to grow, CIOs and CTOs must possess a comprehensive understanding of all IT functions, including but not limited to Digital Services, Cloud Migration, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, the Internet of Things (IoT), Big Data, Cybersecurity, and Agile development. With an expansion of their responsibilities to encompass policy & practice development, budgeting, planning, resourcing, and training, CIOs and CTOs must possess not only technical expertise, but also strong organisational and interpersonal skills, as well as a deep understanding of business and IT management.

The Consulting CIO/CTO services include:

Strategic IT Planning

Strategic IT planning to identify common IT goals and establish agreement around intended outcomes and results.

Enterprise Architecture

For defining the structure and operation of an organisation, and establishing a plan for achieving current and future objectives optimally.

IT Integration

Business/subsidiary IT integration for efficient and effective integration of IT systems, software and hardware across businesses and subsidiaries.

Advisory Services

Advisory services in the areas of digital transformation, automation, data & decisions, AI and cybersecurity – addressing customer, regulatory, board and corporate concerns.

Leverage the expertise of a seasoned Board-Level Advisor with a wealth of CIO/CTO experience 

Kareem Tawansi (The Consulting CIO), is an experienced and skilled technology professional with over 30 years of experience. He can support your organisation by acting as an interim or part-time Chief Information Officer or Chief Technology Officer. This can be especially beneficial for businesses that are experiencing rapid growth and need a fractional resource to fill the role, or for those that require interim leadership in the absence of a full-time CIO/CTO.

With Kareem’s assistance, your organisation will be able to handle the day-to-day responsibilities and roles of your IT executives effectively, without the need to hire, train and employ a full-time technology leader or advisoring or sitting on your organisation’s board. Leveraging the latest technology, systems and frameworks is crucial for achieving business success in the 21st century, and with Kareem as your Consulting CIO/CTO or on/working with your board, your organisation will be able to fully utilise these solutions to your direct benefit.

Meet Kareem, The Consulting CIO

About

Chief Information Officers (CIOs) often serve as both business leaders and information technology leaders/managers within modern organisations. They are responsible for overseeing a wide range of corporate tasks, including the purchase of new IT equipment & systems, managing the organization’s IT infrastructure, leading & directing the organisation’s IT workforce, and developing & implementing the organisation’s information & communications technology (ICT) strategy and policy. CIOs must ensure that technology is effectively procured, developed, and utilised, and that plans for its use are well-documented.

Chief Technology Officers (CTOs), on the other hand, are responsible for delivering new or modernised Digital products and solutions that help the organisation increase its bottom line. The CTO must possess a vision for the organisation’s digital future, an understanding of business strategy, and the ability to lead and inspire technical teams. All of this must be done in alignment with the organisation’s overall business strategy.

Creating and executing a digital strategy that supports the organisation’s overall business strategy is crucial for the success of both the CIO and CTO. At the board level, it is important to have the right Governance & Frameworks in place to ensure that strategies are executed successfully and that the business is managing all technology-related risks, including building and maintaining a culture of Cyber Resilience.