While both roles are critical for leveraging technology and data to support organizational goals, they focus on different aspects of information management.
A Chief Data Officer (CDO) primarily oversees the management, governance, and utilization of data assets to drive business value, ensure data quality, and promote data-driven decision-making.
On the other hand, a Chief Information Officer (CIO) is responsible for the overall technology strategy and infrastructure of the organization, including hardware, software, networks, and cybersecurity.
While the CDO focuses on maximizing the value of data, the CIO is more concerned with the broader IT landscape and ensuring that technology aligns with the organization’s strategic objectives.
