"Over the last two decades of his career, Blackstone CTO John Stecher has watched technology move from a "magic thing in the back office" to the forefront of every business, he told Business Insider. "Technology wasn't looked at as being an absolute must-have in a business, but it is now," Stecher said. "If you have any type of creaky infrastructure technology-wise, it doesn't matter which industry you're in, you're not going to be successful.""
"As the executive overseeing Blackstone's technology, cybersecurity, early-stage technology investment, and portfolio tech optimization teams, Stecher is responsible for keeping one of the world's largest investment firms competitive. That means he needs to stay ahead of the curve on everything from cyber threats to engineering advancements. Stecher shared the daily and weekly upskilling habits he relies on to do just that."
John Stecher emphasizes continuous upskilling to maintain technological competitiveness amid rapid advances such as artificial intelligence. He observed technology shift from a back-office function to a central business necessity and warns that creaky infrastructure undermines success. His remit includes technology, cybersecurity, early-stage technology investment, and portfolio tech optimization, requiring vigilance on cyber threats and engineering advances. He uses a 35-minute daily subway commute to read applied-technology news and research in industries like aircraft, robotics, and pharmaceuticals. He balances family time with weekend experimentation, spending an hour or two testing tools to explore practical applications and innovations.
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