Became CIO of new AT&T

The formation of the new AT&T was a pivotal event in the telecommunications industry, resulting from the merger of SBC Communications and AT&T Corp. This merger aimed to create a more competitive entity capable of providing a wide range of services, including voice, data, and video communications. Following this merger, John Stankey was appointed as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the newly established AT&T. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing the company's information technology strategy and operations, which were crucial for integrating the two companies' systems and processes. Stankey's leadership in this position was instrumental in streamlining operations and enhancing the technological capabilities of the new AT&T, allowing it to better serve its customers and compete in a rapidly evolving market.