The dictionary meaning could be – “a matter or situation regarded as unwelcome or harmful and needing to be dealt with and overcome”

This applies to the complete organization, its department/s, or even the local team  within the department/s.

Question – Is it good or bad for the business, IT?

Let’s investigate

How did the problem occur? 

Here are some of the reasons below –

Common Points –

  • Lack of strategy /Road Map
  • Ignorance of internal issues for significant  amount of time
  • Ignorance of external issues for  significant amount of time
  • Absence of process definitions and ownerships and so on

Business Points –

  • Poor management of cash flows
  • Adhoc and aggressive business decisions by stake holders / senior management

IT Points –

  • Absence of skilled IT leadership
  • Ignorance of risk management issues – technical and employee oriented
  • Sticking to old and unsupported versions

What are the drawbacks of problem?

  • Puts the organization in to crises management
  • Good employees leave the organization
  • May lead to business closure

So what is your choice – to look for solution to problem or continue to  suffer with it?…

Problem

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