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“This guide is a thoroughly practical and very complete catalog of techniques for cutting the cost of information technology and for doing so in a planned way that doesn't damage the organization in the process.” —Bob Lewis, President, IT Catalysts “Once again the authors produce a timely and effective guide for the IT leader. No matter if your cost reduction needs come from an economic downturn, a business challenge, or simply a proactive realignment of your IT spend, you will find a host of ideas, pitfalls, and tips in this book.” —Keith Guggenberger, Starkey Laboratories | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Eliminating and driving down costs have long been second nature for many IT organizations. In challenging economic times, even further cutting of IT costs is a requirement for the survival of many organizations. Whether in the midst of an economic downturn or upturn, effective cost management is critical as IT costs can be a significant portion of an organizations overhead cost structure and can even impact an organizations competitive position. A Practical Guide to Reducing IT Costs provides a toolkit of innovative ideas to assess and reduce costs in an IT organization. It outlines a compilation of practical advice based on interviews and comments from more than 60 CIO’s and IT leaders, and it includes many other proven ideas that if implemented will successfully reduce IT costs. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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About the Author(s):
Anita Cassidy has over 30 years experience in IT. For the first 20 years of her career, she was a practitioner and held a variety of positions such as CIO and Vice President-IT in worldwide manufacturing companies. She has been an IT executive consultant for the past 10 years and is currently a partner of IT Directions. Anita has authored four best-selling IT books, has written for various magazines, such as Info World, Twin and Inc. Technology, and she speaks nationally on strategic planning and improving IT. Dan Cassidy also has over 30 years of IT experience. Dan’s experience includes work at several major airlines, a railroad, computer manufacturer, and a major health clinic. He has led major initiatives to cut IT infrastructure costs while improving overall service. He holds a Masters of Business Administration degree from St. Thomas and a Bachelor of Mathematics from the University of Minnesota. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Table of Contents:
Chapter 1: Cost Reduction Strategies Business Applications Technical Infrastructure IT Processes IT Organization Chapter 2: The Budgeting Process The Budget Financial Options Communication Perspective Chapter 3: The Cost Reduction Project Establish Goals Obtain Information Analyze Identify & Prioritize Actions Execute Monitor Chapter 4: Business Applications Application Portfolio Purchasing Application Software Licenses Software Implementation Custom Application Development Additional Application Options Chapter 5: Technical Infrastructure Preparing for Infrastructure Reductions Overall Infrastructure Strategies Data Network Voice Network Servers Storage Desktops Data Center Chapter 6: IT Processes Process Overview Service Delivery Service Support Systems Implementation Manage Resources Manage Business Relationship Chapter 7: Organization and People Workforce Options Organization Size Organization Structure Employee Benefits and Motivation Chapter 8: Overhead and Miscellaneous Costs Overhead Costs Machines and Equipment Training Travel Entertainment Other Expenses Chapter 9: Communication Communicating to the Business Communicating to IT Chapter 10: Cost Reduction Pitfalls Communication and Change Management Governance and Business Alignment Project Execution Cost Reduction Tactics Barriers Sustaining Culture Chapter 11: IT Value Definition of Value Components for Value Generation Cost Reduction Chapter 12: Conclusion Cost Reduction Maturity Model Reduction Tactic Summary Leadership Culture Economic Recovery Index | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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