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  :: Maximizing IT Investments
 
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  :: EDITOR'S NOTE ::                                  June 23, 2008
In a new study, Gartner cautions companies that asking employees to purchase their own laptops may not save lots of money. Still, says Gartner, there are compelling reasons to consider the idea.
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Will IT Staff Get Lost in the Clouds, or Gain Greater Business Altitude?
At this point, not much is clear about the ultimate impact of cloud computing, However, one thing seems certain: Cloud computing and other emerging technologies will fundamentally change the roles and responsibilities of IT staff. As companies move to cloud computing, they will have a greater need for folks with transitional skills, say experts. Also in demand: systems integration expertise and vendor relationship management skills. Business "super-users" rather than traditional IT staff may handle some of these duties. While many functions will likely remain under IT's purview, staffers should expect to work more closely with their business colleagues.
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Outsourcing Cost Cuts May Be No Bargain
Outsourcing customers who demand sweeping price reductions may think they are getting a good deal. But such tactics often remove a provider's incentive to drive innovation or deliver added value, says Geraldine Fox, Global Sourcing Services Lead, Compass Management Consulting. It's also possible a provider will try to compensate for short-term cost cuts by demanding a longer-term agreement with higher prices later in the term.
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