Key Principles for Maximizing IT Value
I just came across the following article while checking through my LinkedIn group discussions: Some IT Leadership Principles for CEO's & Business Leaders
It is definitely a worthy read, and requires very little commentary. These simply stated principles encompass a wealth of information which organizations would do well to consider and apply.
The only point I would like to add to this excellent list is as follows:
If your IT function does not go beyond mere order-taking, it's not adding value to the business.
Let’s endeavor to apply these principles for the betterment of both our individual businesses and the economy at large.
As a plus, it looks like I just found myself a new blog to track regularly… :)
About Logik!
Andrew S. Baker aka ASB aka Logik!
Andrew S. Baker is a business-savvy, hands-on IT leader with expertise in mentoring people, mitigating risk, and integrating technology to drive innovation and maximize business results. He creates competitive advantage for organizations through effective IT leadership: implementation of processes and controls, and architecture of robust business solutions.
Mr. Baker has successfully led a number of high-performance technology teams in designing, deploying and maintaining secure, cost-effective computing environments for well-known companies, including Warner Music Group, The Princeton Review, Bear Stearns, About.com, and Lewco Securities.
For over a decade, Andrew has exhibited thought leadership on technology and business topics via mailing lists, technical forums, blogs, and professional networking groups, along with contributions to podcasts, webinars, and over 20 technical/business magazine articles. He also serves on several boards and committees for non-profit organizations, and within the Seventh-day Adventist church.
His personal interests include Astronomy, Basketball, Bible Study, Chess, Comics, Computers,
Family Life Ministries, Reading, Strategy/Role Playing games, and Professional Networking...
A summary of Andrew's current résumé is available here, and he can be reached on a variety of social and professional networks, including LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.