But they can speak the language, they understand the mind-set, and they recognize the strengths, needs and limitations of IS people. In other words, they're the kinds of bosses any sane IS shop wants. Successful IS suits don't get this way by accident. They beat their brains out deciphering technical gobbledygook. They listen carefully to what techies have to say and trust that expertise even when, sometimes, the techies' recommendations get a thumbs-down.
Clout IS can never acquire without a suit at the top.
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