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Strategic spending is everything when it comes to ensuring IT success. InfoWorld breaks down seven IT project domains to expose
where you may overindulge or come up short in 2007: SOA, compliance, security, virtualization, collaboration, networking,
and application development.
Agile scripting: Bigger bang for app-dev bucks
Mashups and SOA are fueling a shift toward scripting and agility -- invest in skill sets accordingly
Capitalize on emerging collaboration options
Foregoing licenses in favor of emerging alternatives will free funds to train employees to collaborate effectively
Weighing the cost of compliance
Certain to spend too much adhering to regulations this year, IT may be putting the enterprise at risk
As-needed networking rollouts pay off
Buying into the buzz of VoIP, Gigabit, and IPSes may result in less-than-optimal benefits
Pay to protect your data or pay the consequences
Shifting your focus to information protection is this year's safest security bet
Budgeting for SOA success
Invest in training, security, and emerging technologies to ensure long-term SOA results
Bank on virtualization for bottom-line relief
Tap into server virtualization to free up funds for strategic endeavors
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