CIOs are enjoying more influence within the boardroom, but this comes with the expectation of increased creativity: So, what’s the answer? Could a creative partner help? This is great for CIOs, but many are finding that new technology can actually hold them back: 64% of IT decision makers say their board wants creativity from the CIO. 74% of IT decision makers think their CIO still spends more time maintaining existing services. 31% of IT decision makers think the changing role leaves the CIO with less time for creativity. ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? of IT decision makers think their IT vendors are creative. of IT decision makers say their CIO approaches their IT vendor for creative advice. 89 89 % 91 % of IT decision makers think IT vendor creativity is a key element to contracting services. 84 % of IT decision makers think working more closely with vendors will make their CIO more creative. 29 % Working more closely with creative partners like BT can help CIOs unlock their creativity and drive positive business outcomes. The CIO’s rising status carries with it a new expectation: creativity. of IT decision makers think CIOs are becoming more central to the boardroom. 59%