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Developing Optimism Of Information Technology Projects

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Developing Enthusiasm in Information Technology Projects
Contrary to popular belief, Information Technology (IT) professionals do not like to implement technology for the sake of technology. Technology is developed and advanced to help improve our lives. If IT professionals are just trying to better people’s lives, then why is it so difficult to get customers to accept a technology change? IT professionals leading a project must build enthusiasm for technology change to ensure approval and user acceptance. I will be proposing changes to my employer’s IT project management processes to help our project leaders develop enthusiasm for our IT projects.
Information Technology (IT) changes come in many forms but are similar. IT changes can include hardware, software, configuration, operating systems, firmware, new systems, upgraded system or even system retirements. Two thing are common in all changes, they all introduce improvement and they all require hard work. Improvements can include system availability, support, speed, security, sizing, functionality or mobility. Not all improvements are readily experienced and some come with downgrades in other areas. Unfortunately sometimes the deterioration of services are the only thing our Customer Base sees. All IT projects require hard work from the IT professional and users. They all require design, a secure back out plan, extensive testing and then support after the project goes live. It is particularly difficult to

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