Setting IT Goals For 2023
Setting IT Goals For 2023
As we head into the New Year, it is a good time to consider your IT goals. Before you start working on your IT budget, consider these 6 tips.
6 Tips For Creating Effective IT Goals For Your Small Business
What are your objectives?
The first thing to consider when setting IT goals is what your business objectives are for the coming year. What do you hope to achieve, and how will new technology help you reach those goals?
What technologies will help you meet your objectives?
Once you know your business objectives, you can start to think about which specific technologies will help you achieve them. Make a list of the IT products and services you need, and research how much they will cost. Will you need to purchase and personalize a new CRM? Are you adding an app for your business or looking to streamline processes? Do you want to add a task management system or start providing your staff with iPads? All of these questions will help you better understand how much to budget for IT.
Who will support you as your IT needs grow?
As your business grows, so too will your IT needs. It’s important to consider who will support you as those needs grow. Who will manage your IT needs? Give Murph Consulting a call to discuss how we can help you as you grow.
What are your IT priorities?
After you have considered your objectives and which technologies will help you achieve them, it’s time to start thinking about your IT priorities. What are the most important IT projects you need to work on? Which ones can wait? Which ones should you outsource?
At Murph Consulting, we have built a network of providers. Whether it’s a project we can help you with directly or a project that needs specific expertise such as app development or website design, we can help find the right person for you.
How much can you afford to spend on IT?
The next step is to consider how much you can afford to spend on IT. IT can be a big investment, but it doesn’t have to be. There are many ways to save on IT costs, such as by using open-source software, taking advantage of free or low-cost apps, and using cloud-based services.
What are the risks and potential problems?
As with any business decision, it’s important to consider the risks and potential problems when setting IT goals. What are the risks of not investing in IT? What are the risks of investing in IT? What are the risks of not keeping up with technology? All of these questions need to be considered before making any decisions.
We know IT can be daunting. You are busy trying to run a business, do you really have time to think about IT goals? Don’t worry. You are not alone. Here at Murph Consulting, we combine IT expertise with human-to-human support. Our Help Desk with a Heart
is here to help you with your IT needs. If you have questions or need any advice, contact us today at 917-924-4084.
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