(Free Press Release) The current down-turn in the economy has lead to cost cutting across the board. Yet, IT centers have by and large managed to scrape through with just superficial cuts. However, the new President at the White House has so far despite his best efforts, not succeeded in reversing the down-turn. Very few jobs are being created and so people are not spending which is not good for business and the economy.
It is just a matter of time before the American companies begin tightening their belts even further and this time, they are bound to take a harder look at the IT budget. The writing on the wall therefore states, it is time for smart heads of department and their trusted IT partners to put their heads together and look at ways of reducing costs including IT costs before the Board does it for them on an arbitrary basis.
Some of the basic ways to reduce IT expenses
1) Create a special team
2) Engage all departments in the effort
3) Don‘t fall for fancy buzzwords
4) Rationalize your expenses
5) Renegotiate your contracts
6) Count the savings
Always looking new ways of standardizing procedures for network support solutions
There was a time when the pace of technological change was so fast that personal computers were upgraded once or twice a year. This had many companies resorting to developing processes and procedures on the fly. The pace of technology is apparently slowing down; the changes that are taking place are to a large extent 'improvements' on already established systems (e.g. internet security services). This presents an opportunity for companies to slow down and establish more efficient procedures.
Be open to new technology. One area of new technology is virtualization software, which helps servers do more tasks than originally planned for. An expert in computer infrastructures can use virtualization software to run twenty machines off a single server. An E-Commerce company with 400 people, this can mean retaining the same people but working off only 40 machines. Admittedly total cost savings are not that high savings due to virtualization are around 30-40%, but for larger companies, this can translate into a substantial amount.
On the other hand, going 'virtual' will also require outlays, especially for more powerful servers and increased computer network security costs, but the long-term savings are worth it.
Be timeserving. Cost containment options are not limited to new technologies or improved practices it also comes from a focused mindset exercising sound judgment and identifying opportunities as they arise.
When you see a storm coming, you need to be proactive in your preparation your efforts will make you look great to your bosses. By making the IT department leaner and more responsive, you will be able to weather the worst of the current recessionary storm. The Board will approve of your efforts and congratulate you for your vision. Remember, the job you save might well be your own.
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