The premise of the 2003 Nicholas Carr book “Does IT Matter?” was that you could no longer achieve competitive advantage from technology. Fast forward to
Category: Virtual CIO
Know Requirements
The most common mistake made in IT is not knowing the requirements to implement technology. However, the real problem usually starts with not understanding business needs
Preventing Business Piracy
Let’s be clear. Like any crime, if someone wants to steal from you or attack you or your assets, they will. Your only solace is knowledge
Don’t Lose a Quarter
It’s year-end and time to reflect on your performance. When I ask most people how they measure IT, there is always either a blank stare or

Cyberist: Information Technology Professional
In February 2001, after much frustration and language study I coined the term Cyberist, a qualified practitioner of information technology. Technology runs the world and