Do science and technology create value for society and the economy, and how might one go about measuring it? How do we evaluate its benefits? Can we even be certain that there are benefits? Geisler argues that there are benefits, and that they outweigh in value the negative impacts that inevitably accompany them. His revolutionary new book goes on to show that they can also be measured and evaluated, and in one volume all of the existing knowledge on how to do it is complied–then Geisler’s own methods are offered. The result is a compelling argument that the value of science and technology in our lives has indeed been positive, and that the economic well-being of all individuals, organizations, and nations rests upon them.Geisler starts off by describing his conceptual framework for the evaluation of science and technology and the impact and benefits that proceed from them. He discusses the nature of evaluation in general terms, and then in the specific context of science, technology… More >>

Creating Value with Science and Technology

There is increased attention given to developments which will make it possible for the environment to react to one or several individuals, and a social connection between people and smart equipment will evolve. We will equip ordinary objects with options to perceive the environment, to make calculations where required and to transmit the results by wireless via a tight/closed network. This way we connect the sensed data from the physical world to the virtual world of networks, computers and the internet. Add to this the developments in communities and crowds and, voilá, we can conclude that a new and incredibly interesting period in our ‘Computer Science’ era is commencing.

Our ‘traditional craft’ is returning! For in the development of the world described above, knowledge in the fields of radio transmission, batteries (energy-saving), solar cells, photonics, digital signal processing, sensors and their fundamental operations, distributed computing and programmable ne… More >>

“Sensitive” Innovation, vitality and value of information technology

Abstract: On June 25, 2000, at a historic White House event, President Bill Clinton, Dr J. Craig Venter, and Dr Francis S. Collins announced that we now have a working draft of the human genome sequence. This achievement, along with the recent advances in identifying genes associated with certain cancers, paves the way for important new discoveries in cancer biology…. More >>

GENOMIC PROFILING IN CLINICAL ONCOLOGY The predictive value of genomic information in cancer management How new technology is providing detailed information … genes expressed in malignant tissues.

This is the eBook version of the printed book. If the print book includes a CD-ROM, this content is not included within the eBook version.The Alignment Effect offers managers a systematic blueprint for demanding real accountability and bottom-line business results from their IT investments. Using actual case studies, Faisal Hoque introduces Business Technology Management, a comprehensive approach to aligning technology with business objectives, increasing the efficiency of technology investments, and dramatically reducing the financial and operational risks associated with business and technical change. … More >>

The Alignment Effect: How to Get Real Business Value Out of Technology

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From networks to databases, email to voicemail, the amount of capital being invested in information technology each year is staggering. By 1996, U.S. firms were spending more than $500 billion annually on software, networks and staff. The recently merged Bank of America and NationsBank have an initial IT budget of 4 billion dollars. As firms like this push rapidly into the business world of the 21st century, the question has remained: how do firms measure returns from these substantial investments in information technology? Henry C. Lucas, effectively answers this question by providing a creative and reliable framework for measuring the competitive advantages and profits gained through investments in state-of-the-art information systems. There is value in information technology, and it is possible to show returns, Lucas argues–unfortunately this value just doesn’t always show up clearly on the bottom line of a ledger. In five expertly presented sections, he spells out exactly wha… More >>

Information Technology and the Productivity Paradox: Assessing the Value of Investing in IT

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An expert road map to IT portfolio management
Led by blue-chip companies, portfolio management is rapidly becoming the method of choice for gaining control over technology purchases. This nontechnical book synthesizes leading IT portfolio management practices used by top companies, complete with an included CD-ROM containing all the tools and templates used by top vendors. Step-by-step guidelines clearly map out the process of building and examining a comprehensive, effective IT portfolio, so business executives can quickly implement and examine an effective IT portfolio management system. Bryan Maizlish, MBA (Potomac, MD), is Chief Technology Officer at Lockheed Martin Management and Data Systems Team NSGI. Robert Handler, MBA (Stamford, CT), is a Senior Program Director at METAGroup, a leading technology research firm…. More >>

IT Portfolio Management: Unlocking the Business Value of Technology

PRAISE FOR ACHIEVING BUSINESS VALUE FROM TECHNOLOGY “Clearly, IT investments have never before played such a critical part in business growth. The book addresses the weakness existing in most management systems involving the lack of a systematic process to realize the economic benefits of the IT investment and provides a clear A-Z methodology for business to bridge this gap. This book is clearly written for all levels and backgrounds in business management and is a must-do for those whose business involves IT, is considering IT, or would like to significantly tailor IT investments for their economic advantage.”
–Professor Richard P. Wool, University of Delaware
President and CEO, Cara Plastics Inc. “Tony Murphy addresses the difficult question of the value of IT investments head on. He translates an elegant theory into effective practice. The case studies in the book effectively reinforce his key messages.”
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Achieving Business Value From Technology

Terrorist organizations use many technologies as they plan and stage attacks. This book explores the purpose and manner of the use of communication and computer technologies, their net effect, and security forces’ possible responses. The authors conclude that, instead of developing direct counters to these technologies, exploiting their use and the information they manage to enable more direct security force operations is a more promising option…. More >>

Network Technologies for Networked Terrorists: Assessing the Value of Information and Communication Technologies to Modern Terrorist Organizations

Enterprise governance of information technology is a relatively new concept that is gaining traction in both the academic and practitioner worlds. Going well beyond the implementation of a superior IT infrastructure, “Enterprise Governance of Information Technology” is about defining and embedding processes and structures throughout the organizations that enable both business and IT people to execute their responsibilities, while maximizing the value created from their IT-enabled investments. At the forefront of the field, the authors draw from years of research and advising corporate clients to present the first comprehensive resource on the topic. Featuring numerous case examples from companies around the world, the book integrates theoretical advances and empirical data with practical application, including in-depth discussion of such frameworks as COBIT and VALIT, which are used to measure and audit the value of IT investments and ensuring regulatory compliance. A variety of el… More >>

Enterprise Governance of Information Technology: Achieving Strategic Alignment and Value

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This is the first book focusing on the ROI for technology investments written by a technology executive for technology decision makers with the support and guidance of the foremost authority in the discipline of Return on Investment. This book leverages the talents of both authors to provide a framework and methodology that can ensure greater success in mobilizing technology initiatives. There is no other book on the market that specifically addresses the critical need to prove ROI on resource intensive technology projects with a time-tested and industry leading methodology. To date, most ROI books have focused in the areas of human performance, training, marketing, and other human capital related disciplines.

With increased scrutiny of technology spending by the most complex organizations in the world, technology leaders need a ‘tool kit’ to help them prepare for hard-hitting discussions with their organization’s CFO, president, CEO, or chairman about the return they should ex… More >>

ROI for Technology Projects: Measuring and Delivering Value