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 SAS Exec Suzanne Gordon Builds Success Around Persistence and 'Short Memory for Negative Things'

Gordon, one of 11 women named to Computerworld's IT 100, would like to see more join her. She also doesn't call herself a geek. 'My finest skills include finding the right people to do the right job and communicating, communicating, communicating!'

 Speaking With Authority: Head of IT at SAS Sees Risks, Opportunities

Suzanne Gordon, who was named to Computerworld's Top 100 IT executives list, says how firms respond to tech needs will be key factor in which ones 'will be at the forefront of the next upturn.'

 With Apologies to Letterman, IT Exec at SAS Offers Her Own 'Top Ten' Critical Technology List

Companies must balance security with making the best use of the 'intelligence' they generate, says Suzanne Gordon. 'Business intelligence software ... helps companies make decisions based on intelligence, and that's imperative in this economy.'

 SAS Exec Named to Scientific Data Board

 How the Internet Can Help Lift the 'Fog of War' -- the True Story About the Falklands

Headlines and obituaries in traditional media were misleading in describing Argentina's defeat as cakewalk. The Internet helps set the record straight. Recent reports found online even document the Brits planned suicide attack.

 Australian Energy Firm Picks SAS

 SAS Doubles Capacity of Its Healthcare Center

 SAS Wins Federal Contract

 SAS Subsidiary Strikes Deal To Promote 'Six Sigma' Technology

 IBM Exec Takes Over as NCEITA Chairman

 Executive Suite: Case Is Out; McColl Is Back, Calling for Change; and Rumsfeld Preaches Priorities

Three CEOs in the news this week offer intriguing insights into the challenges facing corporate top guns these days.

 LexisNexis Signs on for SAS Software

 McColl, Buffett, Wolfe Headline 'Forum for Corporate Conscience'

Event to take place in Charlotte from March 14-16. McColl wants to 'create a new set of standards for corporate America.' Goodnight also scheduled to take part.

 Eight IT Executives from Georgia, North Carolina Crack 'Premier IT Leaders' List

Fourth annual group as selected by Computerworld includes SAS vice president, law firm CIO, former Nortel exec and former CIO at Global Knowledge.