Strategy and Portfolio Management of IT Assets: IT Imperatives for Success Today

by Pamela Hager

Organizations are sailing on choppy waters these days. Seemingly endless challenges in the world economy, paired with safety and security concerns, are tossing organizations recklessly into hazardous shoals. Demands for timeliness, cost-effectiveness, and quality continue to be the standard du jour. Keeping the ship afloat and avoiding the obstacles lurking under the surface are the primary concerns of all businesses. As with true-to-life sailing, the most successful organizations are built sturdily, maneuverable, and outfitted with a well-planned itinerary and resources. The successful organization is constructed to last, agile to adjust to changing tides, and clear in purpose.