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Banking

An ROI primer: Learn the basics and the key shortcomings of this metric

Although return on investment is a very popular metric, it may not always be the right choice when evaluating IT projects. Learn your way around ROI with this step-by-step tutorial and find out some of the key drawbacks of this metric.

CXO

Are IT consultants a barometer of IT spending?

We all want to forecast the future, especially when an economic upturn could prove a saving grace. Some have suggested that increased consulting budgets could predict a recovery. Join the discussion and tell us what you see in your crystal ball.

Enterprise Software

IT managers provide tips for employee reviews

Here's a New Year's resolution for every IT manager: I promise to fully document staff members' accomplishments so that annual performance reviews are more accurate and easier to complete. Revisit this advice from columnist Bob Artner to learn more.

Tech & Work

Download our retention checklist to help reduce IT turnover

IT workers typically stay with the same company for about four years before moving on. But there are steps you can take to keep your employees on board. Download TechRepublic's retention checklist for a look at how to reduce turnover and increase morale.

After Hours

TechRepublic members give advice on dealing with people who hate IT consultants

As a consultant, you have probably dealt with a few naysayers who make it difficult to do your job successfully. TechRepublic members offer their advice on handling office politics and bad blood from the client's staff.

Collaboration

Decision Support: AOL and Microsoft compete for your online persona

A collection of arguments for and against using the two big instant messaging applications, as well as some suggestions for alternatives

Software

Confessions of IT workaholics: All work is hazardous to health and home life

You think you work too much? One IT pro said she slept in her car so she could stay close to the office. Another hasn't had a vacation in five years. TechRepublic members share their horror stories about being on the job all the time.

CXO

What have you sacrificed for your job? Enter our contest for workaholics

Have you missed out on so many weekend activities that you've stopped counting? Do you often catch the sunrise on the way home from work? Enter our contest for workaholics!

Project Management

Best of 2000: Begin your project planning with this simple form

A TechRepublic member asked columnist Andy Weeks about the best way to get a project approved. Weeks shared his favorite form that outlines key project information. The article was one of IT Manager's most popular features of 2000.

Software

Is upgrading to a Microsoft Enterprise Agreement really worth it?

A TechRepublic member wonders if he should upgrade to an enterprise license. One IT manager tells him it's worth it to avoid administrative headaches. Other members disagree. Where do you stand?

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