Technology overload: Assessment to action

The technologies organizations acquire and maintain over years of operation are often extensive and the thought of replacing, upgrading or optimizing technology can be a daunting task. Questions like whether to opt for in-house development or outsourcing, pursuing an upgrade or an overhaul, selecting between customized or out-of-the-box solutions make an already complicated process even more challenging.

Simultaneously, organizations are being asked to prioritize broader business initiatives while adhering to tighter budgets and utilizing less resources, making the promise of quick technology fixes even more enticing. But investing in technology without first assessing the current and future needs of your organization can result in large investments with little return. You need to ensure the changes being implemented will make sense for the unique characteristics and goals of your business.

Barriers to success

Many organizations struggle with problems that stem from either their technology, people or the area where those two intersect – processes. Having top-notch technology alone doesn’t ensure impactful outcomes unless you have the right people and processes in place that can work efficiently with the technology.

Efficient, well-defined processes are key, where individuals understand expectations and the technology in place consistently minimize obstacles, instead of compelling workers to perform inefficient actions to comply with the system in use.

Undergoing a strategic assessment to objectively determine the capabilities needed for success and then partaking in a technology assessment to evaluate your existing technology landscape and identify future needs, is the best way to ensure future success.

Strategic assessment

Strategic assessments provide critical insight for successful digital transformation initiatives, as it works to establish a structured framework for aligning business goals with future technological initiatives. This helps your organization anticipate potential challenges and enhances the likelihood of achieving a successful implementation.