Published monthly, September 2003
 
Making IT Investments that Deliver Value to the Business
Does IT boost business performance? Yes. But measuring and monitoring IT's contribution to business goals and objectives requires process, cultural and organizational efforts.
Getting the Best Deal on Software
Getting a "good deal" requires preparation, evaluation and negotiation. Here's a comprehensive checklist to help you develop an effective software procurement process.
Driving Density with Rackmount Servers
With more and more multi-tier server farms being built, the trend in systems technology is to get the most processing power from the least amount of space. See what makes the rackmount method so beneficial for growing enterprises.

 
 
Improving the IT Vendor Selection Process
Ensuring successful implementation of technology solutions and long-term partnerships with vendors begins with defining your organization's needs. The next step, discussed here, is a structured approach to vendor analysis from both a tactical and strategic perspective.
 
.. Midsize Enterprise Profile
Danvers Savings is Banking on Technology and Ingenuity for Continued Success
Like many IT departments across many industries, Danvers Savings Bank is being forced to do more with less. But creative technology solutions continue to support growth of this $820 million financial institution.
 
..Vertical Focus
Vertical Market IT Spending Highlights
Amidst continued economic and regulatory challenges, midsize organizations need to make IT investments that keep them competitive within their industry. See what other midsize businesses in your vertical market have planned.
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Vertical Focus
 

Vertical Market IT Spending Highlights

Midmarket Perspective
 

Improving the IT Vendor Selection Process

Getting the Best Deal on Software

Midsize Enterprise Profile
  Danvers Savings is Banking on Technology and Ingenuity for Continued Success

Driving Density with Rackmount Servers

Summit Forms Advisory Panel

Establish IT Financial Credibility

Making IT Investments that Deliver Value to the Business


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