This document details an investment management approach to business IT alignment and IT cost optimization. Excellent Read! (100+ pages)
This detailed example illustrates the use of IT investment to run an effective and efficient IT operation. This assumes the objectives of the CIO as:
- Invest in assets that align with business requirements
- Monitor and control these assets for maximum cost efficiency
This approach is very effective in taking a conceptual discussion on strategy to the physical layer which can be implemented and with which all IT employees are familiar. An excellent way to ensure delivery of value.