Should I Outsource the Management of My Company's Technology Investment?

If your company doesn't have a CIO, and if technology isn't your strong suit, you might consider collaborating with a technology professional, who can manage your IT investment, outline your business goals and budget, and work with you to find the technologies best suited to your needs. Look for someone

with a good head for business, a wide understanding of technology, a willingness to collaborate, and the ability to grasp how your technology and business will grow together. Lastly, because technology usually reaches across the entire organization, it's important to speak with your staff, who may have good ideas on how you can direct technology to improve their performance.

For more on IT investment, be sure to read Managing Your Technology Project Portfolio.