We help senior
management get the most out of their information systems and technology.
We assist and work with
you by analysing problems, assessing
priorities, identifying options, and implementing the most appropriate actions required.
We provide that independent, experienced view that is so often
needed - and so hard to find.
Although our focus is
mainly where technology and the
business interact, because so many challenges today are in the information and
communication technology area, our experience is broader than than just those
areas and we are
often involved in all aspects of a business.
Our approach to this.
Whilst every
assignment is different, and we tailor our approach accordingly,
typically we apply some or all of the following:
Current State Review A
structured review of your current
information systems environment and issues, with recommendations on actions to
be taken. This may also, if required, cover your IS governance and operational
practices. This is our most common starting point, allowing you and us to very
quickly understand your concerns, and what can be done about them.
Information Systems Strategy Map Development
with you of a strategy for your informations systems that supports and aligns
with your business strategy, presented in a form that is clearer and easier to
understand than traditional voluminously written plans. Because information
systems and technology can be a substantial investment, it needs to be planned
to ensure none of it is wasted. And, don't worry if you haven't got a documented
business strategy, we are used to dealing with that from what is clear from your
business model and aspirations. Technology
Selection Management
of the process of information systems or technology selection for you in a way
that maximises your involvement in the critical decisions, minimises your need
to deal with a range of vendors, and quickly identifies the options available to
you. There are several approaches available within this, depending on your
particular needs. Technology
Implementation / Project Management Once you have
selected your information systems or technology, we can manage the
implementation project for you. This can be from undertaking full management of
the project, to advising you on the project, or to just undertaking quality
reviews of the project. We understand what causes projects to fail, and how to
manage those risks. Portfolio Management If
you have a number of projects underway or planned, we can assist you to
establish processes for prioritising that portfolio of projects, and managing
them as an integrated programme to ensure the investments are managed to achieve
the returns you are expecting. CIO
On Tap
If you only want a slice of pizza, you don't buy the whole
pizza. If you want a glass of water, you only fill it is far as you want.
Similarly, this service offers you an experiencied chief information officer
"on tap" on a part-time or an as required basis, without you having to
commit to a full-time resource, or to pay for a more experienced IS Manager than
you would otherwise need.
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