IT strategy

We work with organisations to develop strategic responses to the challenges of running a charity in the twenty-first century. It starts with really understanding the business needs of the organisation, and then building on this to ensure that information systems and IT solutions are well-suited to the culture of your organisation as well as the operations.

An IT strategy is not developed in isolation from the rest of the organisation, but emanates from the overall organisational strategy and the information strategy of the organisation.

Project governance

Today's stakeholders have high expectations. Trustees demand professional levels of project management. Supporters are less and less tolerant of mistakes and waste. One key to protecting a project from the risk of failure is good project governance. Sayer Vincent consultants can help with:

  • developing a strong business case for new systems
  • designing and establishing project roles and responsibilities
  • project planning and costing
  • risk assessment and quality management
  • project rescues

Establishing the business case

One of the most common difficulties with IS projects is evaluating the return on investment. Often, projects get underway before the real objectives have been clarified. Sometimes, aims which were clear at the outset become lost in the practicalities of later stages. Sayer Vincent consultants can help to:

  • produce and present a robust cost-benefit analysis
  • establish systems to monitor progress and evaluate the achievement of business benefits
  • review the overall success of the project

Introducing new business processes

Most information systems projects offer the opportunity to improve organisational efficiency and effectiveness. But new ways of working are often the hardest changes to introduce. Sayer Vincent has depth and breadth of experience in this area and we've worked successfully with a range of different charities to add value to the introduction of new systems. Our consultants are expert in:

  • business process mapping and analysis
  • systems design and implementation
  • integration of manual and computerised systems

Providing additional management resources

The most common reason why projects struggle is because of all the other pressures on the managers and staff involved. Every charity today faces huge pressures on management time and energy. Sayer Vincent can fill the gap with consultants who specialise in:

  • project management
  • systems analysis
  • commercial contract negotiation
  • supplier management
  • coaching and mentoring