Requirements for the Corporate Computing Function

Requirements for the Corporate Computing Function

Meeting information requirements of management is in the top 9 points because managers require timely, accurate information to make organizational decisions. The CIO is looking to ensure business processes are optimal, ensure compliance regulations are adhered to, and improve upon how data is collected, stored, and used (Robertson, 2005). A second assumption is the CIO is looking to educate other managers on the pros and cons of both technologies. Certainly, there are managers within the organization who may not know what LAN and WAN mean and have no idea how the technology works. A final assumption is the CIO is soliciting inputs to determine which is better suited for the company.

The initial rollout phase should be implemented as follows: First, contain the capital and operating cost of computing services. These services can be costly so computing cost must align with the organization’s business plans. This leaves management with the task of determining which computing services are feasible. If yes, then this service becomes a part of the budget (Strassman, 1998). Next, identify which units within the organization have a legitimate computing need. Although this isn’t an easy task, organizations can survive with less. Consider replacing un-needed workstations with smaller servers. They’re easier to maintain and require less IT personnel to administrate them (Burrows and Green, 2001). Finally, provide computing services in a reliable manner. This can be achieved by educating workers on what capabilities are available and the software applications to support those capabilities. Have a trained professional onsite to answer and assist in solving hardware and software issues.

A mission statement that addresses security is critical because if an organization’s data is comprised, it has a negative impact in the public’s eye. Trust is lost, and it may take years to regain that trust. I believe some...