We can help you improve  IT Operations. Do you connect IT services to  their specific business value?

Business Approach to System Effectiveness (BASE) BASE is a set of analytical steps to engage staff in analyzing /understanding the elements of IT Value and establish accountability for effectively managing systems, projects, and their related costs.  BASE transform day-to-day IT operations into more efficient and effective organizations. CEOs are rightfully asking questions about the use and cost of technology in their companies.  BASE is our methodology to develop internal IT department insight into what constitutes IT value, to identify what things need to change, and create the actions and accountabilities required to improve delivery capability while managing costs. BASE is appropriate where:   » IT is overwhelmed by requests and projects are late or significantly exceed proposal estimates   » IT budgets have grown significantly without explanation or clear benefits   » Issues of "old" and "new" technology continue to come up without resolution The approach includes:    » Identification/Exploration of Core IT Activities and their related costs   » Documentation & Assessment of current physical architecture and applications   » Evaluation of Capabilities (technical, project management and general controls)   » Actionable Steps to close any gaps between "what is" and "what is needed Taking your staff through the process will be as valuable  as the deliverables, which include:   » Complete "As Is" and "To Be" Architecture Diagrams (where appropriate)   » Strengths, Weaknesses, Capabilities Assessments   » Key Projects Matrix (tier 1,2,3 and mistake quadrants)   » MSProject Action Plan (tasks, timelines, staff assignments)   » Budget Analysis and Pro-Formas