The Virtual Cio And Your Company
Todays small business owner is busy with the everyday tasks of running a business
. That often means acting as CEO, CFO, CMO and CIO. Luckily, there is help in the form of Rippes Virtual CIO services.
A Virtual CIO can reduce stress, workload and costs. Think of this person as a business partner helping you focus on your business needs. He or she is not just a technical employee looking for direction, but a one-stop shop for all your IT needs.
What is a Virtual CIO?
They are experienced IT professionals who work as independent contractors or through a staffing or temp agency, either for a finite period of time or on an ongoing basis. Depending on the kind of help a company needs, some virtual CIOs work full time, while others put in a few hours a week and work with several clients simultaneously.
The Role of a Virtual CIO
Their role will vary according to the needs of the business. In general, he or she can act in all capacities as the actual CIO, leading the IT planning and budgeting effort and overseeing key project implementations. The primary role of the Virtual CIO is to establish a link from company strategy to IT strategy and implementation and oversee the management.
Advantages
Perhaps the most obvious advantage of a Virtual CEO is a reduction in costs. By using a contract CIO on a project or part-time basis, a small business gets the best of both worlds -- an experienced IT professional at far less than what it would cost to hire someone full time.
Other advantages of a Virtual CIO include:
* Expertise in providing a broader spectrum of experience across many technologies. This eliminates the need to hire a whole team trained in a variety of disciplines.
* Specialization provides a higher quality of services.
* They come armed with a set of established and effective methods and procedures. You can also expect a high level of accountability you might not receive from in-house staff. For example, he or she can show you how to incorporate Google Apps into your IT strategy.
* A Virtual CIO is at your fingertips, literally. He or she can be on call 24/7 to address any problems that may arise. After all, problems dont just happen during business hours.
Is A Virtual CIO Right For Me?
A Virtual CEO is not always the right fit for every organization. According to IT experts, using a virtual or contract CIO makes sense for a small business that:
* Could use the expertise but cant afford to pay someone full time
* Has outgrown its current IT setup, needs to upgrade, and wants input from someone who knows the marketplace well enough to suggest solutions that would be a good fit
* Has a technology project that calls for more expertise than the companys in-house IT manager can offer
* Is involved in a merger or acquisition and could use an outsiders advice on how to blend different IT systems
by: Thomas Davidson
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