Is Understaffing Holding Back Tech?

Understaffing is interfering at least somewhat with the ability of many organizations to implement innovative or emerging technologies, according to a new survey by Robert Half Technology, which matches IT professionals with companies looking for skills like web development and technical services.

The survey of more than 1,400 U.S. chief information officers found that 64 percent of CIOs believe that understaffing is significantly or somewhat impacting their company's ability to adopt innovative or new technologies. "Implementing new technologies companywide often requires substantial staff and unique skill sets that many IT departments don't have immediately available," said Dave Willmer, executive director of Robert Half Technology.

Tight budgets and cultural issues often are cited as the culprits hindering innovation at federal agencies. But is understaffing also playing a role in your agency's ability to adopt innovative or new technologies? What specific skills are lacking?