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Addresses today's most critical issues in technology investment, including: identifying where technology can add the greatest value; timing the adoption of new technologies; and coordinating process change with technological change.
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IT payoff
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The IT payoff was an easy quick read. It really did a excellent job of breaking down complex topics into easy read chapters that are quick and informational. The book examined how IT has been measured in the past and reasons why these metrics do not work today. The book goes in depth about what factors to be aware of before implementing IT projects. I think especially the strategic role of technologies, failure analysis, and process approach are vital to looking at before a company can fully implement an IT payoff. The last couple of chapter of the book gives an framework for the implementation of an IT payoff. The framework goes through all the logical steps that need to be taken to really show the payoff of IT investments. Throughout the book good examples are used to illustrate each important topics. An comprehensive example is given to illustrate all the steps of the framework for implementing IT payoff.
This would be a valuable read if you are in a top management position because it really explains why all levels of the organization are important and vital to the successful implementation of IT projects. The concepts explained in the book are simple but commonly overlooked by managers. Each step of the framework for implementation is extremely important and many steps are easily skipped by most managers. Communication key information that executives want to hear about it is really emphasized in this book. This point is very true that executives want to see bottom line numbers. This book shows how IT investments can be translated to positively impact the bottom line. The book gives a fresh perspective on IT payoff and it really helps the reader to understand why it is difficult to measure but how it can be.
IT Payoff
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The IT Payoff was a quick read and easy to understand. This book is most beneficial as a reference book on the shelf of a corporate executive's office. I strongly recommend this book to a high level decision maker that lacks experience or wants addition knowledge about the implementing a successful IT project. Any reader could benefit from this book by skimming through and picking out valuable advice to use in their own IT implementation.
The authors of this text have academic backgrounds in management which is evident through their emphasis on strong positive relations with colleagues. Convincing the company that the project is successful or will be successful is more than half of the battle of implementing a successful project.
The main thrust of the book comes with the authors recommended framework. The framework encompasses 4 stages: exploration, involvement, analysis, and communication. The exploration, involvement, and communication stages of the framework are covered in much greater detail than the analysis step. An additional resource would be helpful to get a better idea of the analytical steps in implementing and IT project. The authors give examples of methods to conduct the analysis but do not go into detail to explain how each method should be utilized. I feel that the authors have left a huge gap between the results of the information to the actually utilization of their framework. Perhaps another book can supplement the analysis step.
The IT Payoff is a great place to start your research for implementing a successful IT project. Although persons severing a management role will likely receive a greater benefit from this book every reader will be able to take away valuable advice. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking to improve their ability to implement projects effectively.
The IT Payoff Review
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Easy to read book. Get's straight to the point. However, the case studies are out of date. A new, updated version is needed!
The IT Payoff: Measuring the Buiness Value of Information Technology Investments
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Practical methodogy was introduced, it provides specific templates, metrics, and tools for making funding and IT investment decisions. It should be recommended reading for IT executives and managers.
The book is great however . . . . .
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The content appears to be good however I made the mistake of buying the digital e-book version without knowing that there is a form of protection that doesn't permit printing to paper.
The only reason I purchased it in this format was I needed it very quickly (I'm in Australia) for an assignment due this week so I can PRINT the book out, read it now and while travelling to and from work.
What a bloody shame. Amazon - why don't you highlight the above fact at least against all applicable e-books you sell so that the customer knows before he/she splurges any money instead of hiding it in a help or FAQ file. Last time I'll buy an ebook from here or anywhere where I can't print it out.
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