IT Survival Guide: Conquering Information Technology in Your Organization - Taschenbuch

Unlike other well-recognized professions, information technology is still in its infancy. Organizations have little hesitation in paying attorneys, accountants, or business strategists for their expertise. Yet organizations rarely think to request a professional opinion from an IT consultant. Business owners and executives often see IT departments as financial drains and necessary evils rather than as additions of value to their organizations. And IT professionals stereotypically are unable to effectively communicate the benefit s of IT investments to the organization due to limited "soft" skills. But both have responsibilities to establish more-effective communication and understanding so that overall goals can be aligned. In this book you will gain an understanding of how IT systems, tools, and consultations can offer your organization the best chance to succeed. In today's global market, information is indeed the most valuable commodity.