Unlocking tech value: The pivotal role of the CIO

Portfolio company Chief Information Officers (CIOs) in PE-backed companies play a critical role in maximizing value through the alignment of technology to the investment thesis.

This article explores how portfolio company CIOs are becoming increasingly central to private equity value creation. Victoria Bovaird, Private Equity leader for consultative services, Deloitte Canada and Shalini Bhatia, Private Equity account leader, Deloitte Consulting, United States, share their perspectives on why technology should be aligned early to the investment thesis, how AI is reshaping expectations for tech leadership, and what distinguishes high-performing CIOs in private equity-backed businesses. The discussion highlights the challenges and opportunities private equity firms face in accelerating transformation, strengthening leadership alignment, and maximizing value on exit, while also exploring how these firms can empower CIOs to succeed. 

Explore more in the article: Unlocking tech value: The pivotal role of the CIO featured in Private Equity International’s special report.