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Calculus of IT - Episode 1 - 11/13/23 - "IT Survival Guide Chapter 2 - Foundations"
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In Episode 1, we meet our hosts, Mike and Nate. Nate reads Chapter 2 of the Life Sciences IT Guide, which is focused on Building a Foundation Plan. They talk about technology and life and have a few drinks along the way.
Post-chapter 2 analysis/reflection questions:
- How flexible should an IT Foundation plan be to accommodate changes in the company and its needs, and what challenges might arise from a plan that clashes with the existing IT setup?
- How can an IT Foundation Plan evolve to reflect the company's goals and needs, and what role should other departments play in its development?
- How can an IT Leader balance their preferences for technology with the company's practical realities, and at what point might their beliefs need adjustment?
- What contingency plans should be included in an IT Foundation Plan to allow flexibility in adapting to changing needs or circumstances?
- How can an IT Foundation Plan comprehensively address privacy, security, and business continuity?
- What key components should be included in every IT leader's Foundation Plan to ensure robust security from the outset?
- Considering the balance between flexibility and specificity, how do you determine the right level of detail for a Foundation Plan without being overly restrictive?
- How would you establish acceptable compliance practices and financial controls in a new company, especially in industries with stringent regulatory requirements?
- The chapter discusses enabling collaboration and avoiding long-term lock-in with software service models. What strategies would you employ to achieve these objectives in your Foundation Plan?
- Reflect when you had to adapt your Foundation Plan due to unforeseen circumstances. What was the situation, and how did the plan's flexibility help you navigate the challenge?
- How would you incorporate feedback into your Foundation Plan while maintaining your IT vision to avoid technology stack clashes and Shadow IT?
- The chapter suggests that your Foundation Plan should not be shared physically or technologically. Do you agree with this approach, and how would you choose to disseminate foundational concepts instead?
- What are some common challenges IT Leaders face when implementing an IT Foundation Plan?
- How can an IT Leader effectively communicate the importance of an IT Foundation Plan to stakeholders?
- List the metrics you might use to measure the success of an IT Foundation Plan for future reference.
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1. Introductions and General Banter (00:00:00)
2. Nate Reads Chapter 2 (00:13:00)
3. Chapter 2 Concludes - General Banter Continues (00:51:48)
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