The role of the IT leader and why it's changing
02/05/24 • 42 min
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Welcome to this episode of The role of the IT leader and why it's changing, where we sit down with Andy Caddy, the seasoned CIO with a prolific career spanning some of the most iconic brands, including EasyJet, Whitbread, and Virgin Active, before landing at PureGym about 1.5 years ago.
In our conversation with Andy, we explore the intriguing journey that led him to PureGym, delving into the shifts in the role of an IT leader over the years. From the boardrooms of EasyJet to his current role at PureGym, Andy reflects on the evolution of the IT leader beyond a technical role, encompassing team nurturing and leadership traits essential in today's landscape.
We get personal with Andy, discussing his leadership style, his appetite for change, and the joys and challenges that come with being at the forefront of technology in a major business. We uncover the importance of avoiding tech tunnel vision and adopting a broader business perspective, all while maintaining a focus on customer experience.
Join us as we explore the intricacies of inheriting projects and problems in a new role, gaining insights from Andy's experiences and valuable advice on navigating disagreements. The podcast also tackles the demanding task of driving costs down while delivering more, all while striving for competitive advantage.
In the good, bad, and ugly of the evolving IT leader role at PureGym, Andy shares what has worked, surprised him, necessitated tweaking, and what had to be discarded. For aspiring IT leaders, Andy offers a roadmap, detailing the steps to reach the CIO position and the importance of nurturing a personal brand.
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Ever wondered if the digital pulse of a leading fitness brand beats differently...
Welcome to this episode of The role of the IT leader and why it's changing, where we sit down with Andy Caddy, the seasoned CIO with a prolific career spanning some of the most iconic brands, including EasyJet, Whitbread, and Virgin Active, before landing at PureGym about 1.5 years ago.
In our conversation with Andy, we explore the intriguing journey that led him to PureGym, delving into the shifts in the role of an IT leader over the years. From the boardrooms of EasyJet to his current role at PureGym, Andy reflects on the evolution of the IT leader beyond a technical role, encompassing team nurturing and leadership traits essential in today's landscape.
We get personal with Andy, discussing his leadership style, his appetite for change, and the joys and challenges that come with being at the forefront of technology in a major business. We uncover the importance of avoiding tech tunnel vision and adopting a broader business perspective, all while maintaining a focus on customer experience.
Join us as we explore the intricacies of inheriting projects and problems in a new role, gaining insights from Andy's experiences and valuable advice on navigating disagreements. The podcast also tackles the demanding task of driving costs down while delivering more, all while striving for competitive advantage.
In the good, bad, and ugly of the evolving IT leader role at PureGym, Andy shares what has worked, surprised him, necessitated tweaking, and what had to be discarded. For aspiring IT leaders, Andy offers a roadmap, detailing the steps to reach the CIO position and the importance of nurturing a personal brand.
Visit AND Digital's website here for the latest episodes and to stay informed.
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Being a Digital Leader - the Good, Bad AND Ugly of Digital Transformation - The role of the IT leader and why it's changing
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We all hear a lot about digital transformation , but unless you've been there and done it , it's easy to feel that transformation is a significant challenge that might seem difficult to conquer .
Speaker 1That is why we've launched the Good , bad and Ugly podcast series . Each episode , we talk to people who've been at the heart of transformation
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