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Why Can't a CIO Be More Like a CFO?

Harvard Business Review

Ironically, autonomy in corporate computing does not necessarily lead to greater productivity. In fact, our laissez faire approach to computer education — little guidance, hands-off, freedom to make decisions — leads to lower productivity absent a system for accountability.

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Can You "Re-Anchor" Your Next Budget Meeting?

Harvard Business Review

Zero-based budgeting is one such technique, but it is a time-consuming approach that cannot be used systematically. But re-anchoring will help make difficult conversations considerably more productive. Many management techniques attempt to overcome this challenge.

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Your Organization Wastes Time. Here’s How to Fix It.

Harvard Business Review

Look closely, and you’ll find that most companies have stretched their brands and product portfolios to customers and markets in which they are undifferentiated and profits are weak. We recommend zero-based budgeting and planning to make the choices clearer. This is why we find a zero-based approach preferable.