Making sure projects are planned rigorously and that IT implementations remain transparent to all involved is key, advises a leading Australian IT executive.
More staff and greater bandwidth were among the requests on the Christmas wish lists of respondents to a recent IT Manager poll. But how are Australia's IT pros gearing up to turn dreams into reality in 2003?
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South Australia's Yorke Peninsula with just 11,780 people spread across 5,834 square kilometres, is known more for its rugged natural beauty than its technological prowess. But now that Internode has brought broadband to the entire peninsula, the area has become a very important part of Australia's telegeography.
The year may be underway, but for CIOs and IT managers there are many trends on the horizon. ZDNet Australia takes a look at some tips and strategies to help with planning.
Making sure projects are planned rigorously and that IT implementations remain transparent to all involved is key, advises a leading Australian IT executive.
IT budgets will increase a mere 2.7 percent over the next six to 12 months, according to a recent survey of CIOs and other IT purchasing executives.
Inaccurate and wild project management estimates can impact the IT budget. Here are some best practices that can gauge whether project costs are close to reality.
More staff and greater bandwidth were among the requests on the Christmas wish lists of respondents to a recent IT Manager poll. But how are Australia's IT pros gearing up to turn dreams into reality in 2003?
The VAIO FJ68GP/W continues Sony's tradition of stylish, feature-rich notebooks. Its performance is also impressive, making it a great choice for those with an AU$2000 budget.
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