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Deploying virtual desktops
CIOs aren’t the only ones behind the push to virtual desktops -- cost savings, greater mobility and employee demand have turned business executives into fans as well. In the October 2011 edition of Enterprise CIO Decisions Ezine, learn how to get the... E-Zine
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New tactics for managing lean IT budgets
Running lean, in IT speak, refers to the process of doing more with less inside your enterprise IT organization. In the April 2010 edition of Enterprise CIO Decisions Ezine, find out how IT Service Management (ITSM), outsourcing, agile project manage... E-Zine
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The 2013 IT strategic planning process: Prioritizing technology needs
IT Priorities Survey 2013
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CIO Matters: Expert IT advice from Editorial Director Scot Petersen
Looking for expert IT advice? Read the latest CIO Matters columns by Scot Petersen, editorial director of SearchCIO.com and SearchCIO-Midmarket.com. guide
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CIO Matters: Expert IT advice from Editorial Director Christina Torode
Searching for expert IT advice? Read the latest CIO Matters columns by Christina Torode, executive editor of SearchCIO.com. guide
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FAQ: Virtualization technologies for DR, the desktop and beyond
This FAQ explores the ways CIOs are expanding the reach of virtualization technologies in their organizations and managing this growth. FAQ
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2012 Global IT Forecast
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Virtual Desktops CIO Decisions Ezine Vol. 10
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Running Lean CIO Decisions Ezine Vol. 1
Running lean in IT means scrutinizing budgets, considering agile methodologies and renegotiating vendor contracts. Learn more in this issue of Enterprise CIO Decisions Ezine. Enterprise CIO Decisions
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IT in 2010: Keeping up with the latest IT management trends
Running IT in 2010 requires CIOs to consider ITSM methodologies, vendor contract renegotiations and investments in new technologies. Have you kept up with IT management trends? Quiz
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How to survive a recession using best practices in IT: A quiz for CIOs
Do you know how to survive a recession using best practices in IT cost management? In this enterprise CIO guide, review our latest stories and test your IQ on IT lessons learned. Quiz
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Enterprise risk management quiz for CIOs
Enterprise risk management (ERM) is getting increased attention due to concerns about data protection, NAC, cloud computing and compliance. Learn more about ERM and take our quiz. Quiz
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IT as competitive advantage: A CEO advises CIOs on keeping relevant
CEO Dave Wittwer has seen the value of IT in his 30 years with TDS Communications. Here he advises CIOs on making IT a competitive advantage. Business POV | 20 Mar 2013
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2013 IT forecast: Blending the new with the old
Our 2013 IT forecast finds organizations spending heavily on infrastructure, security and software, with cloud and consumer tech gaining ground. News | 09 Jan 2013
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Hiring IT staff, mobility, security: New year, old challenges for CIOs
New year, same big issues: Massachusetts CIO John Letchford talks about hiring IT staff, mobility and security in 2013. News | 08 Jan 2013
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CIO uses creative problem-solving to take on tight budget
In tough economic times, Massachusetts CIO John Letchford employs creative problem-solving to make IT a vital, transformative force. News | 08 Jan 2013
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Salary statistics reveal modest growth in IT sector in 2012
TechTarget's salary statistics reveal the average pay raise and salary rates for the most common roles in the IT organization. IT salary survey 2012 | 05 Dec 2012
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IT budgets and project management approaches shifting in 2013
IT budgets will stay flat in 2013, but CIOs are reallocating funds to focus on three transformational and rapid-fire project areas, according to CEB. News | 28 Nov 2012
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Where do CIOs see their best opportunities for cutting costs?
Facing flat IT budgets and under pressure to invest in new technology, where do CIOs see opportunities for cutting costs? Follow the money. News | 14 Nov 2012
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More technology spending in the hands of the business instead of IT
Gartner Inc. predicts that by 2015, 35% of technology spending won't be controlled by IT but by the business. Here's why. News | 07 Nov 2012
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2013 budget outlook: The two faces of the tech hiring crunch
Two CIOs have different 2013 budget outlooks, but one problem in common: Tech hiring is tough. News | 16 Oct 2012
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A cloud hangs over CIO budgets and tech hiring
CIOs will face more pressure to cut costs, according to the CIO survey from SIM. But the details of CIO budgets and tech hiring are complicated. CIO Matters | 11 Oct 2012
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Deliberating data center development, evolution and investments
Pondering the next stage in data center development? CIOs are taking a hard look at capacity and disaster recovery in molding these future assets. Tip
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Free cost-benefit analysis template examples for CIOs
These free cost-benefit analysis template examples collected from around the Web can help keep your organization's purchasing and projects on track. Tip
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Find sweet spots for business process automation
Many business processes lend themselves readily to the increased efficiencies of business process automation. The trick is figuring out which ones. Tip
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10 tips to help CIOs demonstrate the value of information technology
CIOs struggle to show the value of information technology. Gartner offers 10 tips for closing the value gap between IT spend and business aims. Tip
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Don't let your IT service catalog go to waste: Six maintenance tips
You worked hard to launch your IT service catalog. How about maintaining it? We asked four ITSM experts for tips for making sure your IT service catalog doesn't sit on a shelf. Tip
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IT chargeback process: Not always a best practice
IT chargeback process best practices can demonstrate the value of IT to the business, but chargeback pitfalls along the way challenge IT's role as a business partner. Tip
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A new due diligence checklist for your next software license agreement
A typical due diligence checklist might not be enough to prepare you to negotiate your next software license agreement. Our expert offers a few items you may want to add. The Real Niel
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Recession squeezing IT disaster recovery budgets
The recession is forcing CIOs to focus on risk assessments, processes and business resiliency to trim IT disaster recovery services. The result, say providers, is better decisions. Tip
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Tips for enhancing IT's role in improving the current economy
IT can help improve the current economy by participating in a strategic planning process that includes cutting costs, measuring performance and prioritizing projects Tip
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Business process improvement tops IT '09 agenda, say Gartner, IT execs
Business process improvement takes first chair as CIOs look to deliver business results with tight resources, say IT execs and Gartner's CIO Agenda study. Tip
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sunk cost (SC)
A sunk cost is money that has already been spent and cannot be recovered. Logic dictates that because sunk costs will not change -- no matter what actions are taken -- they should not play a role in decision-making. Emotionally, however, the more som... Definition
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IT strategy (information technology strategy)
IT strategy is a comprehensive plan that information technology management professionals use to guide their organizations. Definition
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great recession (Great Recession)
Great recession is a label used by journalists and  economists to describe a severe, prolonged economic downturn. Definition
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EBITDA ( earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization)
EBITDA stands for 'earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization.' Definition
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2013 forecast for enterprise IT spending
TechTarget asked 3,282 IT professionals for their 2013 forecast of spending. The survey shows more IT departments are focused on growth than cuts. Photo Story
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Newest trends in IT shifting CIO concerns
The newest trends in IT are shifting CIO concerns. Learn about the driving forces behind these shifts in this video interview with Shvetank Shah. CIO Innovators
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Building a digital workplace, one office at a time
As the digital workplace expands, CIOs must adopt new models for distributing information and gleaning customer insights. Learn more in this podcast. Podcast
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Global IT industry trends guiding CIO strategies, technology budgets
Global IT industry trends are shifting technology investments and emphasizing the value CIOs bring to the business. Learn more in this video Q&A. Video
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Investing in technology: Setting IT priorities in an uncertain economy
Investing in technology requires IT prioritization skills, especially when the economy is rough. Learn how to invest for success in this video Q&A. CIO Innovators
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Peter Kuper on IT and the economy; IT security spending outlook
In this special keynote, In-Q-Tel's Peter Kuper analyzes the state of IT and the economy in 2012, and the resulting IT security spending outlook. Video
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Guardian CIO on how innovation and collaboration work together
Innovation and collaboration were the keys to turning a poorly functioning IT department into one that aligns technology success with the bottom line. Video
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Deliberating data center development, evolution and investments
Pondering the next stage in data center development? CIOs are taking a hard look at capacity and disaster recovery in molding these future assets. Tip
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sunk cost (SC)
A sunk cost is money that has already been spent and cannot be recovered. Logic dictates that because sunk costs will not change -- no matter what actions are taken -- they should not play a role in decision-making. Emotionally, however, the more som... Definition
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IT as competitive advantage: A CEO advises CIOs on keeping relevant
CEO Dave Wittwer has seen the value of IT in his 30 years with TDS Communications. Here he advises CIOs on making IT a competitive advantage. Business POV
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The 2013 IT strategic planning process: Prioritizing technology needs
IT Priorities Survey 2013
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Free cost-benefit analysis template examples for CIOs
These free cost-benefit analysis template examples collected from around the Web can help keep your organization's purchasing and projects on track. Tip
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2013 forecast for enterprise IT spending
TechTarget asked 3,282 IT professionals for their 2013 forecast of spending. The survey shows more IT departments are focused on growth than cuts. Photo Story
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2013 IT forecast: Blending the new with the old
Our 2013 IT forecast finds organizations spending heavily on infrastructure, security and software, with cloud and consumer tech gaining ground. News
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Hiring IT staff, mobility, security: New year, old challenges for CIOs
New year, same big issues: Massachusetts CIO John Letchford talks about hiring IT staff, mobility and security in 2013. News
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CIO uses creative problem-solving to take on tight budget
In tough economic times, Massachusetts CIO John Letchford employs creative problem-solving to make IT a vital, transformative force. News
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Salary statistics reveal modest growth in IT sector in 2012
TechTarget's salary statistics reveal the average pay raise and salary rates for the most common roles in the IT organization. IT salary survey 2012
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About IT spending and budgeting
IT spending decisions are made based on the goals of the business and how new IT investments can add value to the organization, while the budgeting process allows CIOs to plan future investments in staff resources, technology initiatives and business programs. CIOs are constantly changing their IT spending and budgeting plans as many organizations are forced to do more with less, and limited financial, human and technical resources can often make things stressful for CIOs. Find the latest IT spending and budgeting information and advice for CIOs, including news, tips and other resources, in this topic section.