How long does it take someone in the field to become an “expert”? (i.e. you’ve worked in the field in various roles)
3-5 years23%
6-10 years59%
11-15 years12%
16 years+5%
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3-5 years23%
6-10 years59%
11-15 years12%
16 years+5%
Yes, significantly13%
Yes, moderately65%
Neutral14%
No4%
CIO has become less influential1%
Yes47%
No, but I think that will change.35%
No, and I do not think that will change.15%
Not sure1%
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