Despite two years of manufacturing-sector growth that has led the economy out of the recession, companies are still seeking ways to squeeze value from their IT budgets. This eBook explains the performance management and governance software and methodologies that can align technology with business goals and bring IT costs under control. Other topics include:

*Centralizing systems and data to avoid wasteful duplication and ease collaboration

*Tips for keeping projects on time and under budget

*The business case for IT governance tools and policies