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Application Rationalization Process Model

This application rationalization process model offers IT leaders a step-by-step framework to evaluate their application portfolio based on business value, technical fit, and total cost of ownership. It helps organizations streamline legacy systems, reduce technical debt, and support cloud and modernization strategies with clear governance, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven decisions. Whether you’re rationalizing after M&A or aligning IT with strategic goals, this model equips you with the tools and insights needed.

August 8, 2025
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A Real-World Example of Enterprise IT Cost Optimization

This in-depth example of enterprise IT cost optimization shows how a large-scale initiative used managed services, vendor consolidation, shared services, and portfolio governance to drive strategic savings. CIOs, enterprise architects, and transformation leads can learn how to successfully translate this with detailed insights into IT investment modeling, risk-return prioritization, and cost-efficiency frameworks.

August 7, 2025
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The IT Organization Design Framework: Models, Triggers, and Transformation Paths

This IT organization design framework helps CIOs and senior IT leaders evaluate change readiness, select the right transformation path, and build sustainable structures. Grounded in real-world case studies and strategic decision models, this resource goes beyond org charts to address capability gaps, business alignment, and leadership readiness. Use this to navigate remodels, renovations, or full-scale reorganizations.

August 6, 2025
Customer Focused Digital Transformation Roadmap

Example of a Customer-Driven Digital Transformation Roadmap with Measurable Outcomes

This example of a customer-driven digital transformation roadmap offers senior IT leaders a real-world model for planning and executing multi-year enterprise initiatives. It demonstrates how to connect citizen-focused service design, governance, and cultural change to measurable outcomes, providing actionable approaches to vendor management, enterprise architecture, and continuity planning.

August 3, 2025
Example of a Holistic, Data-Driven Roadmap with Governance

Example of an IT Strategic Plan: A Holistic, Data-Driven Roadmap with Governance, Budget Transparency, and Continuous Improvement

This comprehensive example of an IT strategic plan demonstrates how senior IT executives can integrate human-centered leadership, rigorous data analytics, transparent budgeting, effective governance, and continuous improvement methods. Learn how to benchmark, adapt, and confidently accelerate your strategic technology initiatives using a proven, credible framework aligned with recognized industry standards. Excellent Read! (500+ pgs)

July 27, 2025
Part V — Community-Based e-Business Model

Part V — Community-Based e-Business Model

This concluding article explores how digital communities create lasting business value through peer interaction, content generation, and network effects. It explains platform requirements, trust dynamics, risks, and whether this model fits your business strategy.

July 21, 2025
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