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IT leaders in a high-tech boardroom, one pausing a digital project on a holographic screen, symbolizing strategic "stopping power" and re-evaluation.

Reports Identify 'Stopping Power' as a Critical Skill for IT Leaders

Modern IT leaders need 'stopping power'—the ability to strategically halt initiatives when evidence shifts. This crucial skill protects organizational credibility and ensures resources are directed toward the most valuable initiatives.

Alina Petrov·April 9, 2026

An IT leader, depicted cinematically, strategically stopping a misaligned digital project path, symbolizing critical decision-making and resource reallocation for future growth.

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Report: 'Stopping Power' Emerges as a Critical Skill for Modern IT Leaders

A new report identifies 'stopping power' – the ability to strategically halt misaligned projects – as a critical leadership skill for modern IT executives. This discipline is crucial for managing expanding responsibilities and effectively curating technology portfolios.

Alina Petrov·April 9, 2026