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Role of a CEO in the Era of Technology Disruption: Influence on Timing of Adoption

Gaddam, Srikanth R.

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2020, Doctor of Management, Case Western Reserve University, Weatherhead School of Management.
Technology disruption is radically challenging contemporary business models forcing business leaders to adopt and innovate continuously. Numerous studies have documented factors that determine the success or failure of technology adoption and the timing of adoption. However, there is a lack of studies that examine the specific means through which CEO leadership and capabilities influence IT-business alignment and the timing of technology adoption. In this mixed-methods study, I extend the concept of dynamic managerial capability theory to examine the effect of the transformational leadership characters of a CEO and his or her influence on IT and business alignment. This also includes the timing of technology adoption using the lens of diffusion of innovations theory. I also examine how the chief information officer (CIO) behaviors influence moderates this relationship. This research suggests that when new transformational CEOs are introduced to or promoted within the organization, their ability to adapt to dynamic situations, intellectual stimulation, charisma, and individual consideration shapes the timing of technology adoption. In addition, the CIO’s ability to be effective in his or her role, his or her relationship with the CEO, and the ability to be an active member in the top management team is vital for the success of transformation efforts.
Kalle Lyytinen, Ph.D. (Advisor)
Philip Cola, Ph.D. (Advisor)
103 p.

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  • Gaddam, S. R. (2020). Role of a CEO in the Era of Technology Disruption: Influence on Timing of Adoption [Doctoral dissertation, Case Western Reserve University]. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=casedm1636565126606827

    APA Style (7th edition)

  • Gaddam, Srikanth. Role of a CEO in the Era of Technology Disruption: Influence on Timing of Adoption . 2020. Case Western Reserve University, Doctoral dissertation. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center, http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=casedm1636565126606827.

    MLA Style (8th edition)

  • Gaddam, Srikanth. "Role of a CEO in the Era of Technology Disruption: Influence on Timing of Adoption ." Doctoral dissertation, Case Western Reserve University, 2020. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=casedm1636565126606827

    Chicago Manual of Style (17th edition)