Hot Topics: IT Strategy

Hot Topic: IT Strategy Archived from the IT Strategist newsletter, here is gantthead's content specifically addressing the needs of C-level project management professionals. Articles Are We There Yet? Finding an End to the Recession - by Michael Wood (February 16, 2010) Last year at this time we were talking about surviving the recession. We hope this year will bring a formal recovery. How can you tell that the tide is turning? Here are some signs to watch for so you can prepare for the coming wave of economic revival. Hot Post-Recession Technologies for 2010 - by Michael Wood (January 12, 2010) With a world economy in recession, there isn't a whole lot of technology spending on the horizon. For an idea of where those precious IT dollars will (and should) be spent, here are the hot technology investments to look forward to in 2010. CIO Survival Guide – The Recovery Begins - by Michael Wood (December 8, 2009) If all goes well, 2010 offers a great opportunity for CIOs to catch up and re-establish their IT priorities within an overall business strategy. Here's how the wise CIO can take advantage of the opportunity. Alignment Requires Proactive, Progressing CIO Leadership - by Michael Wood (November 10, 2009) Given IT has played a significant role in business since the 1960s, it seems almost inconceivable that CIOs are still alignment challenged. Perhaps the challenge isn’t so much getting aligned but staying aligned given the pace and nature of change companies must cope with and adapt to in today’s global economies. Project Portfolio Management on a Dime (October 13, 2009) With little extra money but plenty of extra time, smart IT managers are learning how to improve PPM functions without breaking the bank. Here are seven ways to get creative with PPM on the cheap. 2009 IT Survey Roundup - by Michael Wood (September 8, 2009) Welcome to IT Strategist's annual roundup of IT surveys. Here are the trends you need to know about to wind up 2009 and head into 2010. Going Green on a Budget - by Michael Wood (August 11, 2009) How can you make your IT dollars even greener? Here are some tips on moving your IT department into the green without bringing your business into the red. 2010 Budgets: Think Layers, Think Scenarios - by Michael Wood (July 21, 2009) After the chaos of 2009, putting together a budget for 2010 is sure to be a challenge. Here are four important points to consider when planning for the unexpected. Transforming the Culture with OPM3 (Part 3 of 3): Saudi Arabian Ministry of Interior Case Study - by Abdullah Tamimi (July 21, 2009) From the Saudi Arabian MOI NIC The history and culture of the Kingdom of Saudia Arabia posed unique challenges to the Ministry of Interior’s PMO. Like Harris Corporation, they understood the four reasons why many organizations fail to transform their Project Management cultures, and avoided these pitfalls working with OPM Experts LLC. But as a counterpoint to Harris, the NIC’s case shows how the culture can be the driver of process deployment. Implementing a Successful Help Desk - by Michael Wood (June 30, 2009) Don't make the mistake of thinking the key to a successful help desk is the right software. Yes, technology is important, but the real hurdle to get over is resistance to change. Here are some tips on getting users to embrace your help desk innovation. Presentations Adapt or Die - The PMO Emergent From Gartner PPM Summit Gartner's Matt Light and Donna Fitzgerald discuss important strategies for maintaining a PMO that will be able to withstand the business pressures that threaten its very existence. IT Modernization: Facing Inevitable Change From PPM Summit 2009 Gartner Research Vice President Jim Duggan discusses how IT organizations can move their portfolios into the future while dealing with elements that date back decades. Use Project & Portfolio Management to Control IT Costs, Barbara Gomolski, Gartner From Gartner PPM Summit Barbara Gomolski discusses the economic climate of 2009 and how PPM can be the key to overcoming spending challenges. Five Ways BPM Can Help PPM Boost Business Results From Gartner PPM Summit Research Vice President and Gartner Fellow Bill Rosser presents this session on how PPM can leverage its experience in the broad view of project selection, resource management and consistency of architecture, with added verification of delivered benefits. Beyond the Business Case: Projects in the Enterprise Architecture From Gartner PPM Summit By identifying the common themes between PPM and EA, both have the opportunity to strengthen each other and do more with less. Failure to rationalize EA and PPM is negligence. In this presentation, Gartner V.P. Robert Handler will look at the theory, reality and opportunity behind a collaborative approach. PPM Maturity Model: A Roadmap for an Evolving PPM Function From Gartner PPM Summit Most organizations have a tendency to get stuck somewhere between level 1 and level 2 of the maturity curve. In this presentation, Donna Fitzgerald will discuss how you can keep moving along the path to full PPM maturity. The Optimal Portfolio: Balancing IT Project and Application Costs, Risks & Benefits From Gartner PPM Summit 2007 Gartner Research Director Matt Light discusses how to consistently get--and keep--your project portfolio in balance for outstanding business results. Adopting PPM for Greater Product and Process Innovation From Gartner PPM Summit 2007 Gartner Research Director Marc Halpern leads this presentation to illustrate how PPM can help your organization to incorporate innovative process and support into new product development projects. Leveraging the Customer to Improve Product Development From Gartner PPM Summit In this presentation, Gartner's Research Vice President Dale Hagemeyer discusses how leading manufacturers are leveraging customer insights across the organization to enhance new product development. PPM: Trading Money and Time for Results From Gartner PPM Summit Gartner Vice President and Fellow Audrey Apfel hosts this session of Gartner for IT Leaders. In it she will discuss the challenges of executing successful projects in the midst of changing expectations, elusive business value and the uncertain ROI from PMO functions.