Large corporations have CIO's (Chief Information Officers) to manage IT operations and help top management make the right IT strategy and spending decisions. Small and mid-sized companies have the same problems to address and the same needs for CIO's as large corporations, but often cannot afford, or do not need, a full time CIO with the attendant salary and benefits.

By contracting for a virtual or part time CIO, you can obtain the senior level technology management you seek at a commitment level equal to your requirements - higher when planning for and implementing new technology and lower when between challenges. This unique approach offers you several advantages:

• Access to top quality executive IT expertise-when you need it. Pay only for time you use
• Executive guidance on IT issues
• Updates and input on new IT trends and technologies
• Outside perspective based on broad experience
• Improved IT contribution to overall business objectives
• Lower cost IT operations
• Increased management time to focus on other critical issues

Key functions of the virtual CIO can include:

• Align IT strategy and focus with overall business objectives
• Business system technology planning (Strategic Technology Planning)
• IT budget analysis (e.g. Do you really need to upgrade your systems?)
• Quarterly reviews of IT plans and results
• Project planning and management (Project Management)
• System requirements analysis and design to meet business objectives
• Software package selection and implementation (ERP, CRM, etc.)
• E-Commerce and Web initiatives.
• EDI, Imaging, Bar Coding, Fax Integration, etc.
• Management of IT operations
• Recruit and evaluate IT staff and contractors
• Operational reviews of PC's and Networks, System Operations, Security, etc.
• IT problem identification and resolution
• Security and Risk Analysis
• Technology Vendor Selection and Management
• Technology Contract Negotiations

Contact Keller Consulting today at services@kellerconsulting.net to discuss your virtual CIO needs.