Why do an IT Systems Review?
The purpose of a company-wide IT System Review is analogous to a
health check. The idea is to get a reading on the alignment of IT
People, Processes and Technology that support a company's Mission,
Vision and Strategic Direction. Once you know where you are and
where you want to go, you can work out how to get there.
A software development company such as Bespoke is uniquely
positioned to provide this service. Being an external service
provider we can review and make recommendations from an un-biased
and objective vantage point. Also, we understand the critical
success factors required to get systems implemented and ensure
their effective on-going operation, as this is the life-blood of
our own successful business.
What does an IT Systems Review
Cover?
Context
Overview Company Mission and Vision and Strategic Direction
alignment with Information Technology mandate, objectives and
planned projects.
Technology
The hardware, software, user interfaces, Enterprise architecture,
integration points, Business Intelligence and Reporting tools in
place to support company operations and strategic direction.
People
Organization structure, reporting lines, authority, roles and
responsibilities, ownership, staffing levels, access and security
levels of the people who interact with the systems under
review.
Process
Business system processes, documentation, knowledgebase
repositories, Development processes, SDLC, Testing, Training,
Support processes, System Incident and Change Management processes,
Release Management and Project Management practices around the
systems under review.
What do you get out of an IT Systems
Review with Bespoke?
- A tried and trusted methodology to get the job done
- A clear understanding of the AS-IS state of your
organization
- A clear picture of where you would like TO-BE
- Practical, achievable Recommendations on how to get to your
TO-BE state
- A Road Map detailing exactly who needs to do what and when
- A partner who can facilitate change within your organization by
providing Post-Review services where required