IT is no longer just a support function to a business - it is now generally the core. The IT manager or IT director is now a critical player; a player who can deliver the competitive edge to a business. It's imperative that an IT leader with a blend of business skills and technical understanding is on hand to deliver what a modern business requires to succeed.
Leading the IT function within a business of any size is, however, generally challenging. The landscape changes continually and it can be difficult to spin the plates of development, budgets, vision, growth, security and business alignment. To stay at the top of the game within business and IT, everyone could benefit from coaching and mentoring in some form.
As a completely independent IT consultancy, our breadth and depth of experience – which we have gained through working with IT professionals and IT leaders, within organisations of all shapes and sizes - is vast. This experience, coupled with our close working relationships with CEOs, CFOs and end-users, ensures that we can deliver mentoring services that benefit both the individual and the business as a whole.
ICS's consulting teams are all proven; no one within our teams can consult or mentor externally without having at least 8 years of experience and proven success within their field. Despite being seasoned and educated professionals, our consultants have absolutely no ego: they are IT professionals who can make a positive difference.
We can of course tailor our mentoring services to fit any requirement, but here are a few example areas with which we can assist : -
- IT Project Support - shadowing and guiding towards the desired result.
- IT Management Support - being there to offer guidance on-demand.
- IT Strategy Planning - aligning IT strategy with the overall business strategy.
- Team Building and Management - aligning your team with your strategy.
- Quarterly Reviews - an informed opinion on plans, budgets and technology.
- Structured Coaching - setting out a vision and helping you get there.
Perhaps you just need mentoring on a one-off project, or perhaps you want on-going telephone support service, email advice, or a periodic face-to-face meeting. Whatever you need, we'll build a service to suit you and your organisation.