Conclusion

Moving through disruption

The findings of this report point to a clear conclusion: confidence alone can’t keep up with the pace of disruption. Leaders need a shared view of where the organization is exposed, how its people and systems depend on one another, and which decisions must be made when conditions change.

The CEO sets the direction and sees strategic opportunities across the business. The CFO brings visibility into financial exposure and the downside scenarios that could put priorities at risk. The CIO sees how systems and dependencies work together, and where weaknesses between them could affect the whole organization.

When CEOs, CFOs, and CIOs bring their perspectives together to develop one actionable plan, preparation becomes an advantage. It protects critical work, strengthens execution, and gives the business a stronger foundation to modernize, transform, scale, and continue moving through disruption.

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About the research

Highspring | Vaco commissioned Censuswide to survey 1,137 CEOs (338), CFOs (398), CIOs (161), and VP-equivalent leaders (240) at companies in the United States (737) and Canada (400), online, August 27-September 1, 2026. Censuswide is a member of the Market Research Society and the British Polling Council.