1、Master the Unseen:A CIOs Guide toResilient IT and AV in the APAC RegionWhite PaperThe Asia-Pacific region presents a unique and constantly evolving landscapefor businesses,characterised by shifting political,economic,and technologicaldynamics.For CIOs,this translates into a complex environment where

2、 agilitywith operational continuity is no longer just an advantage but a survival strategy.1Geopolitical tensions,trade restrictions,and health events repeatedly expose vulnerabilities intraditional,rigid IT systems.This white paper will explore the out of sight risks thatfrequently impact APAC orga

3、nisations and propose how CIOs can leverage flexible IT andAudio Visual(AV)service models to enhance resilience,reduce risks,and scale confidentlyamidst this inherent uncertainty.2Current challenges in APAC andthe CIOs dilemmaWhile many organisations are prepared for known threats in APAC,it is ofte

4、n the unseen,underestimated,or misprioritized risks thatcause the most disruption.Research shows that a significant shareof executives admit their most damaging business risks were noteven on their radar during planning phases.CIOs are uniquely positioned at the frontline of these challenges,where t

5、echnology,operations,compliance,and resilience converge.However,effectively addressing these risks is complicated byresource limitations,information&data gaps,and strategicmisalignments.Regulatory andpolicy shiftsExecutives face fast moving requirements across dataprotection,AI,trade,and sustainabil

6、ity,and must keepsystems compliant across jurisdictions.Low risk maturityand reactive processes mean policy changes are oftenhandled late.Better horizon scanning,automated controls,and cross functional governance are required.CIOs shouldalign IT,legal,compliance,and ESG to embed complianceby design