Running a business is stressful enough without having to constantly worry about technology. Most entrepreneurs and CEOs aren't IT pros, but typically have an idea about what they need their technology to provide. Namely - automation, communication, and collaboration with customers, staff and partners.
If nothing else, most CEOs know they need the basics - like email and Internet access, along with basic productivity software. But then there are industry specific software choices, and software to tackle project management and CRM. It can get very complicated, very fast.
As a business grows, I've seen dozens of ways that entrepreneurs try to address tech challenges - everything from hiring a teenage neighbor who is great with computers to full-time staff. Then of course there are hourly consultants, or managed services providers. Every business is different, and no answer is perfect.
As a veteran of the IT industry and someone who has built a few businesses myself - and made plenty of mistakes along the way - I'm here to provide a few helpful tips and pitfalls to watch out for when it comes to managing technology and a business at the same time - hopefully while remaining sane and enjoying success.
If nothing else, most CEOs know they need the basics - like email and Internet access, along with basic productivity software. But then there are industry specific software choices, and software to tackle project management and CRM. It can get very complicated, very fast.
As a business grows, I've seen dozens of ways that entrepreneurs try to address tech challenges - everything from hiring a teenage neighbor who is great with computers to full-time staff. Then of course there are hourly consultants, or managed services providers. Every business is different, and no answer is perfect.
As a veteran of the IT industry and someone who has built a few businesses myself - and made plenty of mistakes along the way - I'm here to provide a few helpful tips and pitfalls to watch out for when it comes to managing technology and a business at the same time - hopefully while remaining sane and enjoying success.