Tim Crawford

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CIO strategic advisor (AVOA), host of CIO In The Know — executive guidance on cloud, operating models, and CIO strategy

CIOs Must Act on Post‑quantum Cryptography Today.
SocialMay 19, 2026

CIOs Must Act on Post‑quantum Cryptography Today.

CIOs must take post quantum cryptography seriously today or risk future peril. #CIO #CISO #Quantum #Cybersecurity https://t.co/vZgTOh99DD

By Tim Crawford
Prioritize IT Value Over Cost to Fulfill AI Promise
SocialMay 15, 2026

Prioritize IT Value Over Cost to Fulfill AI Promise

.@AVOAcom: RT @cxotalk: Watch this clip to hear why we should focus on value and not cost of IT. For more on how CIOs can deliver on the AI promise,…

By Tim Crawford
SAP Unveils Autonomous Service with AWS Connect Integration
SocialMay 13, 2026

SAP Unveils Autonomous Service with AWS Connect Integration

Here we go… @sap launches Autonomous Service and one of the key announcements is with @aws Connect Customer. #CIO #cx #ccaas #ai #servicemanagement #sapsapphire https://t.co/kmuw7IS6wj

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AI-Generated Scam Calls Now Mimic Real Voices
SocialMay 11, 2026

AI-Generated Scam Calls Now Mimic Real Voices

Scary indeed. AI-powered scam calls are getting more convincing—and more common: 'It was her voice, I know her scared cry' https://t.co/lV7jJx5BFm #CIO #AI

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Unified Stack Enables AI Hypercomputer for Enterprise Security
SocialMay 11, 2026

Unified Stack Enables AI Hypercomputer for Enterprise Security

Why a unified stack? Better context, better optimization, and stronger security against complex AI threats. The "AI Hypercomputer" isn't just a marketing term—it's an architectural necessity for the modern enterprise. https://t.co/CqZ5slgQDX #CIO #AI #Cloud #CyberSecurity #DataStrategy

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Amazon Quick Auto-Selects Optimal Models, Freeing IT Teams
SocialMay 11, 2026

Amazon Quick Auto-Selects Optimal Models, Freeing IT Teams

The complexity of model selection is growing. Amazon Quick’s ability to self-optimize and select the best-fit model for a task allows IT teams to focus on outcomes rather than backend orchestration. https://t.co/DnLd1tKYSx #CIO #WhatsNextWithAWS #AI #Cloud #ITOps

By Tim Crawford
Google's Gemini Enterprise Targets CX, Merges Search with AI
SocialMay 8, 2026

Google's Gemini Enterprise Targets CX, Merges Search with AI

Google is moving closer to the customer. With Gemini Enterprise for Customer Experiences, they are entering the CX space, combining search insights with agentic tooling. A strategic shift for executive leaders to watch. https://t.co/CqZ5slgQDX #CIO #AI #Cloud #CustomerExperience #TechStrategy

By Tim Crawford
Agentic Workflows: Google’s Gemini Empowers CIOs
SocialMay 8, 2026

Agentic Workflows: Google’s Gemini Empowers CIOs

The next frontier isn't just LLMs—it’s Agentic Workflows. Google’s Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform is designed to help CIOs build, scale, and govern autonomous agents. Here are the key takeaways from Google Cloud Next: https://t.co/CqZ5slgQDX #CIO #AI #Cloud #Automation #EnterpriseTech

By Tim Crawford
CIOs Must Prioritize Plugin Security Over AI Hype
SocialMay 8, 2026

CIOs Must Prioritize Plugin Security Over AI Hype

A personal agent is only as safe as its plugins. In the wild, we're already seeing extensions act as conduits for malware. CIOs: It’s time to move from "opportunity" to "risk mitigation." 📉 https://t.co/5poCN8at4u #CIO #AI #Cybersecurity #RiskManagement #InfoSec

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AWS Connect Tools Augment, Don’t Replace Your EHR/ERP
SocialMay 7, 2026

AWS Connect Tools Augment, Don’t Replace Your EHR/ERP

AWS Connect Health and Connect Decisions aren’t designed to replace your EHR or ERP, but to augment them. By acting as "connective tissue," these agentic tools help CIOs extract more value from existing investments. https://t.co/sAseu3NKdj #CIO #WhatsNextWithAWS #AI #Cloud #HealthTech #SupplyChain

By Tim Crawford
Google's Annual TPU Cycle Accelerates Enterprise AI Efficiency
SocialMay 7, 2026

Google's Annual TPU Cycle Accelerates Enterprise AI Efficiency

Speed of innovation matters. Google’s move to an annual silicon cycle with the TPU 8t (training) and TPU 8i (inference) is a game-changer for enterprise AI performance and cost-efficiency. https://t.co/LRR1wOtC6I #CIO #AI #Cloud #Semiconductors #Innovation

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Denmark's Grid Overloaded: Data Centers Demand Optimization
SocialMay 6, 2026

Denmark's Grid Overloaded: Data Centers Demand Optimization

Another country facing issues from data center demand. We need to refocus on optimization over assuming unlimited resources. Denmark faces data center reckoning as power grid overwhelmed by surging demand https://t.co/BNOTqpCMax #CIO #AI #DataCenter

By Tim Crawford
Google Cloud Transforms Into AI Hypercomputer for 2026
SocialMay 6, 2026

Google Cloud Transforms Into AI Hypercomputer for 2026

Is Google Cloud still "just another cloud"? Not anymore. The shift to the AI Hypercomputer marks a move from general infrastructure to a purpose-built, integrated AI stack. Essential reading for CIOs planning their 2026 roadmap. https://t.co/CqZ5slgQDX #CIO #AI #Cloud #DigitalTransformation #GoogleCloudNext

By Tim Crawford
Amazon Quick Adds Enterprise Guardrails for Safe AI
SocialMay 6, 2026

Amazon Quick Adds Enterprise Guardrails for Safe AI

Balancing user demand for AI with corporate security is a top priority. Amazon Quick introduces the enterprise guardrails necessary to deploy personal agentic experiences safely, providing a governed alternative to unmanaged AI tools. https://t.co/sAseu3NKdj #CIO #WhatsNextWithAWS #AI #Cloud #DataGovernance

By Tim Crawford