A different approach to reducing IT costs and transforming the business
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IT costs in the general business framework
Without a doubt, new technologies can reduce the cost of IT project costs. However, this IT view is not the only aspect to consider when reducing costs.
Too often, businesses find themselves saving little on IT expenses, while huge budgets are allocated to other operational costs.
At the same time, a business organisation may operate already near maximum efficiency in terms of IT costs. In this case, the potential lies elsewhere: the transformation of the whole business model and operations.
IT cost reduction done efficiently
I consider that a massive IT costs reduction alone and its corollary, the massive
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The IT cost reduction framework
There is no right or bad strategy when reducing IT costs.
Indeed, implementation decisions should be taken based on the particular situation of the business organisation and the
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Other considerations and pitfalls when reducing IT costs
In my experience of over 25 years, I noticed that businesses are taking long-term strategic decisions based on a
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Conclusion
A cost-reduction programme should be perceived not as a
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Key points to remember about IT cost reduction
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Elena Debbaut, December 2017
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About my experience for this article:
I am internationally certified in the management of complex projects, associated risks, and portfolio management. For over 25 years I successfully delivered or recovered cost-reduction and corporate transformation programmes for various business structures, different sizes, and diversified industries.
In practice, I apply a unique methodology crafted to the particular situation of the company I temporarily assist.
You can find more about my skills and my experience here: https://elena.debbaut.solutions/ or by following the link to Elena Debbaut’s business presentation.
This article was first published in December 2017.
You can find the full, original version of this article (3800 words, 13 minutes reading) by following this link: https://www.consultingteam.solutions/reducing-it-costs-transforming-business/
Elena Debbaut is a strategic execution expert to boards and executive teams. She leads and advises on complex transformations when governance barriers, internal politics, or structural fragmentation prevent organizations from executing critical decisions.
Specialities:
• governance-constrained transformation
• operational restructuring
• strategic recovery & execution