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Blockchain & the Global CIO – Summit 2018

This paper serves as a summary of the 2018 Summit for Chief Information Officers (CIOs) regarding the strategic implementation of blockchain within large enterp

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Abstract

This paper serves as a summary of the 2018 Summit for Chief Information Officers (CIOs) regarding the strategic implementation of blockchain within large enterprises. It highlights the challenges of moving from blockchain proof-of-concepts to production-scale infrastructure. The authors discuss common hurdles such as the talent gap, technical debt, legacy system integration, and the selection of appropriate blockchain protocols (public vs. permissioned). The summit highlights the importance of top-down strategic support and a focus on solving actual business problems rather than deploying technology for its own sake. It provides insights into how CIOs are approaching vendor selection, governance frameworks, and data standards in a fragmented landscape. The document serves as a historical snapshot of the enterprise blockchain journey, emphasizing that the role of the CIO is central in navigating the complexities of digital transformation through decentralized innovation. Publication: Blockchain Research Institute

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Key findings

  • Moving from pilot to production remains the biggest hurdle for enterprise blockchain.
  • CIOs must prioritize solving specific business pain points over experimental tech.
  • Integration with legacy systems is essential for enterprise-wide scalability.
  • Strong internal governance is required for blockchain adoption at scale.

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Citation

(n.d.). Blockchain & the Global CIO – Summit 2018. Blockchain Research Institute. https://www.blockchainresearchinstitute.org/project/webinar-blockchain-and-the-global-cio-summit-2018/
Canonical knowledge ID: research:blockchain-the-global-cio-summit-2018