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How Do I Know What Kind of IT Procurement Support I Actually Need?
Quick Summary There are four levels of IT procurement engagement, ranging from “give me a price on that server” […]
Why Enterprise IT Projects Take 6 Months (And What to Do About It)
Quick Summary A complex enterprise IT solution, involving hardware, software, professional services, consulting, and training, typically takes six months or […]
What Does an Enterprise Server Actually Cost? (The Real Range Is $50K to $5M)
Quick Summary Enterprise server solutions can run anywhere from $50,000 to $5 million. That range is real. Software licensing, particularly […]
Total Cost of Ownership in Enterprise IT: What the Quote Doesn’t Show You
Quick Summary Total cost of ownership in enterprise IT goes well beyond the purchase price. Support contracts for enterprise systems […]
Who Actually Owns the Budget for Technology Purchases?
Quick Summary For most major technology purchases, the budget lives with the business unit that has the problem, not with […]
How to Build a Business Case for an IT Investment That Leadership Will Actually Act On
Quick Summary Leadership tends to approve IT investments grounded in business outcomes, not just technical value. Many IT business cases […]
What Are the Risks of Running Outdated IT Infrastructure?
Quick Summary Staying on outdated infrastructure feels cautious. The costs of doing so are real, they just rarely appear […]
What Is Planned Obsolescence and What Does It Mean for Your IT Infrastructure?
Quick Summary Planned obsolescence is common manufacturer practice, not a trick. Hardware and software have fixed end-of-support dates built in […]
The IT Industry Is Great at Selling Sizzle. Here’s How to Ask for the Steak.
AI is being packaged and sold faster than most organizations can evaluate it. Here is a framework to help you […]