IT leaders chase AI shiny objects while tech debt piles up
DavidLinthicum · x · 2026-10-19
Analyst David Linthicum argues IT leaders often measure success by activity metrics like uptime and velocity instead of business impact. Chasing shiny objects like AI while ignoring core value is fueling technical debt, and it's time to shift focus from process to the bottom line.
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