How to Build Your Ideal IT Roadmap

When it comes to your technology, can you honestly say you have a plan? Or do you just pick things up that you think you need without a second thought? If your business doesn’t take technology acquisitions seriously, you’re setting yourself up for failure—and that’s where an IT roadmap presents a ton of value.

The Priorities of an IT Roadmap

A great IT roadmap should focus on finding the answers to the following questions:

• Where do you currently stand? To answer this question, you’ll need a comprehensive assessment of your IT systems. This encompasses all your hardware, software, network infrastructure, and security solutions.
• Where do you want to be? The answer to this question should merge your business’ goals with its IT. Think about how technology can expand operations, grow your workforce, or help you accomplish other goals critical to the mission of your organization.
• How can you get there? Next, you’ll need your step-by-step plan to get you from point A to point B. This will help you ensure projects are realistic and conducive to your company’s goals.
• How much does it cost? Your roadmap should demystify many metrics for your IT, including the anticipated cost. You can plan ahead and shape your business’ finances around its obligations to its technology.

The Benefits of an IT Roadmap

Looking for a reason to use an IT roadmap? Here are some of the benefits it offers:

• You’re able to make plans that inform your decisions, as compared to making decisions out of panic.
• It is easier to budget, helping to moderate your spending over time and avoid massive bills.
• The enhanced security that comes from planning ahead allows you to proactively address breaches and vulnerabilities.
• It becomes far simpler to provide your team with the tools they need.

Capture Any Advantage You Can

Does your business need a hand with its IT? That’s perfectly understandable; after all, you’re in the business of helping your customers, not managing your IT. Why don’t you let Washington Works act as your virtual Chief Information Officer? We can ensure your organization is following an ideal IT roadmap customized for your success and growth. To get started, give us a call at 301-571-5040.