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CXO

Portfolio management keeps IT aligned with business strategy

Keeping IT synchronized with the corporate business strategy can be much easier if CIOs apply the principles of financial portfolio management to IT investments. Financial expert Peter Hennigan explains how this method can work for your organization.

Banking

ROI value lies in the process, not in the numbers

Many tech leaders mistakenly believe that it's numbers, and only numbers, when it comes to determining return on investment. Yet, as financial expert Peter Hennigan explains, the value of ROI lies strictly within the process.

Banking

Weigh the benefits of leasing decisions to the enterprise and its units

Most organizations finance some portion of IT hardware without becoming aware of all the economic implications and risks associated with technology financing. Here are aspects of contractual leasing that tech leaders should factor into these decisions.

Banking

Apply this framework to establish a solid acquisition process

Every acquisition of technology brings some degree of business risk; being organized and prepared is the best way to control it. Learn the key elements to adequately assessing the risks involved, and why building a framework is the first step to take.

CXO

When it comes to IT investment, CIOs need to take the helm

Making sure every IT investment is adequately analyzed is no easy task, especially given the closer scrutiny IT budgets get today. Learn how CIOs need to take charge to accomplish major objectives.

Banking

Targeted communication drives the budget process

A key element to successful financial planning and a smooth budgeting process with other business units is strong and clear communication. The first step is developing a consistent set of financials that are tailored for each stakeholder.

Banking

Follow this model for effective IT cost management

To achieve effective cost management, you must understand cost structure and analyze the costs involved. This model uses two views, function and category, to frame cost structure.

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