Analytics and ROI
The Black Art of Reusing Software
Software design is one of the most labor-intensive and costly aspects to putting technologies into use in organizations, and that's why some IT shops are reusing existing software.
Information Security Best Practices
Two reports show that those companies who are doing the very best job of tending to information security needs experience less downtime and fewer financial losses.
Embracing a Metadata Strategy
Metadata -- data about data -- has the potential to glue all different types of information together in an environment made up of siloed ITsystems.
Product Planning Strategy
Eliminating downtime is the IT Holy Grail. One metric, Mean Time Between Failure, aims to get it there.
The ROI of Consultants
Outside help is often crucial. Here are some ways to ensure it also boosts the bottom line.
Beyond ROI
Many metrics can show a return on investment. CIOs should know the terms before applying them to mission-critical projects.