Every business, big or small, needs to have someone in charge of technology. Having a Chief Information Officer (CIO) can provide measurable business benefits through the optimal use of information technology. KTS improves business performance by helping companies use the right technology, in the right way, for the right reasons. And, you don't have to hire a full-time CIO employee!
Leveraging an Outsourced CIO can help you improve your business performance by getting the most out of your information technology investments. Most businesses with less than 250 employees may not require the services of a full-time CIO that is why we are here to help!
What Does KTS Do As My Outsourced CIO?
As your Outsourced CIO, KTS partners with your organization's senior executive team to understand your business strategy and goals. We begin with technology assessment and acquisition. We will evaluate your current infrastructure and identify areas of improvement. Ongoing consultation will ensure strategic direction, control costs, and increase operational efficiency. KTS gets to know your organization and will develop a customized, strategic IT plan to help you prepare for any future expenditures and initiatives. Our focus remains on the needs of your business for software applications while providing optimum network performance, security, and scalability.
Technology Assessment & Acquisition - We will evaluate your current infrastructure and identify areas of improvement. We will then negotiate with vendors for you, so that you receive the best services at the best prices.
Develop Management Routines for Technology Operations - By using KTS as your outsourced CIO we will become your new Operational IT Manager, we can come in with a fresh look and help you to determine the IT Policies and Standards for your organization. KTS will implement routines and controls to ensure policies are enforced. KPIs are established for critical areas, service level agreements are obtained with suppliers, KPIs are monitored and remediation is implemented when necessary. and direct suppliers and other resources as necessary to maintain service levels.
Security, Disaster Recovery, and Business Continuity - The key to Business Continuity is how well your business plans ahead. With a reliable and experienced CIO, you can ensure your business is prepared for the future and any emergencies that may entail. We develop a disaster recovery and business continuity plan
Enterprise Architecture - KTS creates an plan to determine how your organization can most efficiently achieve current and future IT objectives.
Business Process Optimization - Through strategic planning and evaluation, KTS can boost the efficiency of your business. We analyze your current business process and recommend improvements. We offer security of your digital resources and personal information and effectively reduce wastefulness while connecting your business processes to supporting technology.
Technology Budgeting and Expenses - Some organizations aren't sure exactly what to budget for technology or how much some services should cost. As your outsourced CIO, KTS will help you establish an IT budget and adhere to it in order to reach your organizational goals. We also serve as your point of contact for outside vendors and IT services, negotiating pricing and terms on your behalf.
Program and Project Management - We take care of all of your technology project needs, from conception to completion.
Using Outsourced CIO From KTS Results In
- Reductions in errors and delays
- Optimized use of resources
- Improved risk mitigation
- Improved margins
- Accelerated business growth
KTS Outsourced CIO Customers Get More Out Of Their IT Investments
- Improved responsiveness
- Greater flexibility
- Improved stability
- Improved simplicity
- Greater adaptability
- Deeper understanding of opportunities and risks
- Higher returns on information technology investment
