A strong leader with a clear vision is also vital for incorporating the capabilities of information technology. Brandt emphasized that concentrating on information technology should not prompt companies to stop thinking about their employees. You have to have growth opportunities for your employees . . . Surveys show the more empowerment employees have . . . Acting Provost Corrinne Caldwell said Brandt's discussion comes at an important juncture for colleges and universities.
Universities are right in the middle of the issue.
We're a part of the solution, but also a part of the problem. Fox School of Business and Management Dean M. Moshe Porat said Brandt's presentation was important because of the rapidly changing nature of information technology. I believe that like HMOs transformed the health care industry, IT is transforming business in ways we've never seen. Brandt was introduced by Michael J. Emmi, chair and CEO of SCT Corporation.