Technology is always changing and evolving, sometimes so rapidly that it is difficult to keep up with the latest developments. The same goes for jobs in the technology sector: as a result of the fast-pace of the field, IT professionals must constantly update and revise their jobs to adapt. The IT manager is one of the positions that is expected to change significantly in coming years.

1. The Future of the IT Manager—Where is This Job Description
Going?
Technology is always changing and evolving, sometimes so rapidly that it is difficult to keep up with the latest
developments. The same goes for jobs in the technology sector: as a result of the fast-pace of the field, IT
professionals must constantly update and revise their jobs to adapt. The IT manager is one of the positions
that is expected to change significantly in coming years.
Current Status of IT Managers
Currently, most managers at IT companies are responsible for overseeing a team of IT professionals.
Depending on the size of the company, the manager may be in charge of a rather significant number of
individuals, often overseeing either an entire computer networking, graphics, or telecommunications
department. Managers may also be responsible for testing and upgrading computer systems, heading up a
creative project, purchasing new hardware and software, or training employees.
Equalizing of the Field
For the most part, the division between the managerial and lower level divisions has been clearly drawn, with
the manager allocating and approving projects and ensuring that all of his or her employees are working
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2. efficiently. Lately, however, the hierarchy at IT firms is becoming less and less clearly demarcated. It is more
likely that in the future, managers at IT companies will cease to be “managers” in the traditional sense of the
word, and will instead become specialized but essential members of a team of professionals, who work
together on an equal plane.
Specialization
Traditionally, managers at tech firms have been asked to demonstrate a working knowledge of a variety of
different fields and arenas within the technology sector. It is predicted that in the near future, managers will
instead be required to specialize in oneparticular area, whether that is a particular program interface (such as
Linux) or a particular division (such as network security). Fortunately, specialization also corresponds to a
higher pay grade.
International Communication
It is no secret that technology is a global phenomenon, so future managers will also be required to navigate
the international business world.IT firms will likely require that their managers—if not most of their upper
level employees—are fluent in at least one other language other than English. International travel and a
working knowledge of cultural differenceswill also be required.
Move Toward Consulting
In many ways, the tech manager of the future will resemble an IT consultant more than a traditional manager.
That is, upper level employees at IT companies with specialized knowledge in a specific area will be more
frequently asked to advise other companies on the purchaseand application of various web programs, designs,
and innovations. This move toward IT consulting is a natural offshoot of the equalization and specialization
within the field.
Regardless of these changes to the job descriptions of tech managers, many fundamental details and
characteristics of the job will still apply. For instance, the manager of the future must still be able to
communicate well with others, demonstrate a knack for troubleshooting and problem solving, and be able to
make confident decisions or changes that will represent a company’s best interests. For more information
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