Defining and executing a good IT strategy can bring huge benefits and rewards for businesses that choose to invest the time and effort in doing so. As a top IT company in Leeds, we at 777 Networks are proud to offer comprehensive strategic planning packages that will protect and innovate your business for the long term.
Business leaders tend to know themselves and their business very well. However, what isn't always clear is the true impact that IT has on the day-to-day operations of an organisation. It can be very challenging to know how well IT is being utilised currently, the risks it poses or how it could be used better to further benefit the organisation.
Businesses evolve over time subject to real world conditions, changes and constraints, and so does IT. We'll bring our up-to-date business IT knowledge and resources to the table, working with you and your team to devise an IT strategy that delivers results. Who better to trust with your strategic goals than one of the top IT companies in Leeds?
A successful IT strategy will take into consideration the following elements:
A detailed plan for allocating a budget to cover the cost of equipment, personnel and licensing fees should be included as standard.
Of course, to know what areas need improving, it is essential to evaluate the resources your business currently has.
Bridging the gap between your IT strategy and your business objectives will ensure that any plans are cohesive and targeted.
Once a plan has been formulated, it must then be decided where technology must be updated or implemented.
Measuring the success of your IT strategy will be defined against pre-determined Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
A key element of any IT strategy will consider any cybersecurity risks, and establish protection and robust measures in the event of an attack.
We have a simple, systematic approach to defining an IT strategy for your business, involving the aspects covered below.
We walk right through your business with you, reviewing each process as we go. The time you spend with us and the information you provide is an investment; the more we learn from you, the better the result will be.
Drawing on a wealth of knowledge and experience we've built over years, we then analyse how each area is or could be affected by IT, digging into current use, looking at the gaps, risks and opportunities for improvement.
Marrying all that we know and have learned with a cost benefit analysis, budget constraint, training, implementation requirements plus any other relevant information, we'll then devise an IT strategy incorporating goals and milestones from Day 1 and into the future.
We'll then provide all the necessary resources and work with you to implement the plan feeding back, updating and evolving as we go.
At 777 Networks, we are proud to be a standout for IT companies in Leeds, delivering tailored solutions for our customers. Use the link below to submit an enquiry, or give us a call today to arrange a chat about your business IT strategy.
As technology is constantly being improved upon and there are regular changes to regulations and cybersecurity protocols, it is vital that as a business, your IT strategy is regularly reviewed and updated. Typically, this should be done on a quarterly basis. However, if your business is growing rapidly or experiencing large amounts of change, these reviews should become more regular.
Implementing a robust cybersecurity plan into an IT strategy provides a number of benefits for your business including:
Find out more about some key principles of cybersecurity by reading our detailed blog.