IT assessments

Bringing in an outside expert to provide objective input to your strategy and operations is one of the main goals of most consulting engagements. Our success as consultants to numerous clients is based primarily on our past jobs working in technology and managing organizations. This experience combined with our holistic approach to technology management enables us to quickly assess the status of your Information Technology; identify issues and problems; and make solid recommendations.

These assessments may be the first step to a custom consulting engagement, our Virtual CIO service, or even recommendations to use outside solutions if they are a better fit. Our delivery oriented approach ensures that the assessment itself provides valuable insights and plans and isn't simply a means to selling more consulting.

Targets:

Companies with recent major acquisitions or mergers that need to fully integrate their IT systems and departments.
Large-scale business unit or department integration within a company.
Businesses with a large, complex IT organization that need to increase delivery, efficiency, and effectiveness.
Mid-sized companies at a key turning point in their use of technology, or preparing for Visular's Virtual CIO service.

Benefits:

Reduces IT costs while improving focus of efforts and quality.
Ensures delivery of projects on time and on budget.
Maximizes the use of every systems asset and every dollar spent.
Increases employee morale and retention.
Builds a pipeline of internal and external talent.
Future focused yet balanced and rooted in a focus on immediate improvements.

Testimonials

"Tom is a rare breed of business technology partner that can focus on the root cause of problems and collaborates with the customer to find real-life solutions that work. He exemplifies a leader with an unparalleled sense of urgency, creativity, energy and a great sense of humor. The customer is at the center of everything he delivers. I can highly recommend him for any assignment. Tom is cutting edge in everything he does."
Miriam Higgins, Head of Organizational Development, Group IT
Zurich Insurance Company

“Tom provided excellent guidance as we began to execute our Enterprise IT Strategy. We drew upon his experience and expertise as we developed our Enterprise IT Operating Principles, and began execution of our IT Strategy Initiatives. Tom is a driven individual who delivers results and is willing to challenge conventional thinking, but yet in a way that promotes a team atmosphere.”
Terry Goerdt, Director Enterprise IT Strategy
John Deere