Notes on running and leading technology.
Practical writing on IT management, fractional leadership, security and strategy. No thought leadership — just what we have found to be true.
DORA is in force: what it means for your firm's IT
The Digital Operational Resilience Act applies now. If you operate in or serve the EU, here's what it actually asks of your technology — in plain terms.
SecurityThe security basics that prevent most incidents
The majority of breaches exploit the absence of ordinary controls, not the presence of clever attackers. Get the basics right first.
StrategyExplaining technology to a board that isn't technical
Boards don't need to understand the technology. They need to understand the decision. The translation is the job.
IT ManagementOutsourcing your IT without losing control of it
The fear with managed IT is dependence — handing over the keys and never getting them back. It does not have to be that way.
IT ManagementWhat good IT management actually looks like
Well-run IT is quiet. Nothing breaks, nothing surprises you, and the bill makes sense. Here is what sits behind that calm.
Fractional CTOWhen to hire a fractional CTO — and when not to
Most companies don't need a full-time technology leader. They need senior judgement, at the right moments. Here is how to tell the difference.
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