

Tim Crawford
CIO strategic advisor and industry analyst who consults with CIOs on enterprise IT strategy and AI adoption, focused on achieving business outcomes and breaking AI pilot purgatory.
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Oct 21, 2025 • 53min
CIO Advice on AI: How Chief Information Officers Can Lead in 2025 | CXOTalk #898
Tim Crawford, a CIO strategic advisor and industry analyst, shares insights on how AI is reshaping the CIO landscape. He discusses the critical need for CIOs to break free from AI pilot purgatory and align projects with tangible business outcomes. Tim highlights the importance of innovation over mere efficiency and offers strategies for measuring ROI accurately. He stresses the necessity of cross-functional relationships and governance to ensure AI initiatives are successful and warns against automating flawed processes.

Feb 18, 2025 • 56min
Building trust in AI: A CIO's perspective | CXOTalk #869
Tim Crawford, a premier CIO advisor specializing in AI strategy and governance, and Isaac Sacolick, an expert in actionable AI strategies, discuss the crucial role of robust AI governance. They emphasize the importance of clean data to avoid pitfalls and advocate for a balance between innovation and efficiency in AI initiatives. The duo also tackles change management, urging proactive staff training and legal collaboration to mitigate risks. Their insights equip CIOs with the tools to navigate the complex landscape of AI adoption and drive meaningful digital transformation.

May 29, 2024 • 38min
Understanding and Advising CIOs
Tim Crawford, CIO Advisor at AVOAcom, discusses the challenges of modern CIOs balancing stability vs. innovation, and the importance of understanding the business value of technology. Topics include CIO mindset, balancing operational stability with innovation, and real-world examples of managing stable vs. innovative technologies.


