Subject: J&J's Jim Swanson on shifting to a platform model

Insights and advice from a digital disruptor

J&J CIO Jim Swanson, a digital disruptor in two industries, opened up his playbook on the latest episode of my CIO Whisperers podcast. If you haven’t had a chance to listen yet, make time for this one, which is chock-full of leadership insight and advice on digital differentiation and accelerating business outcomes.


Also be sure to check out the bonus content for this episode in my CIO Whisperers column. After the show, Jim shared more specifics about how he has shifted J&J to a platform operating model, why he’s committed to 100% inclusion, and why he’s challenging boards and business leaders to prioritize technology and embed it into business strategy.

Next Week on the Podcast

Tune in next Wednesday, October 20, for my conversation with Danielle Brown, SVP and CIO at Whirlpool Corporation, who shares what she’s doing to make sure her IT organization has the voice, capabilities, and skill set to advance Whirlpool’s strategic imperatives.


Dani’s story combines executive leadership, business savvy, and a deep knowledge of emerging technology with a willingness to seize the kinds of opportunities and challenges—in her career as well as in the day-to-day decision-making of IT leadership—that others might shy away from. You won’t want to miss this one!

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