The relationship between Chief Information Officers and Chief Financial Officers sits at the intersection of technology, financial, investment, and business strategy. As the focus on digital initiatives continues to expand, CIO / CFO collaboration has become increasingly important. An effective CIO / CFO partnership enables organizations to transform outdated processes, drive top-line growth through innovation, and support change initiatives faster than ever before. We spoke with Deloitte’s Bill Briggs about joint research with Workday on topics related to the CIO / CFO relationship. The conversation includes these topics: About the CIO / CFO research partnership with Workday Why is the CIO / CFO relationship strategic? Digital transformation and the CIO / CFO relationship What is a “progressive CIO”? Characteristics of highly innovative Chief Information Officers Innovation investment and the CIO How can CIOs and CFOs work together effectively? Challenges in the CIO / CFO relationship Bill Briggs is the Chief Technology Officer for Deloitte Consulting LLP, former global lead of Deloitte Digital, and a Director in the US technology practice. As CTO, Bill is responsible for helping to define the vision for Deloitte's technology services, identifying and communicating technology trends affecting clients’ businesses, and shaping the strategy for Deloitte’s emerging services and offerings.