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The Dirty Dozen: 12 Signs You Need a Technology Upgrade

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[Note: The deep dive articles below are in-process. I will be posting the full text to each item over the coming days and weeks, so please check back for those detailed insights!]

The core objective of a Solutions Architect is to solve a business problem. A truly successful one has a keen eye for details and a firm grasp of the technological landscape. I’ve always had a natural aptitude for identifying when a company was grappling with a problem caused by lagging technology, but it was through years of exposure and experience with diverse organizations and industries that allowed me to hone that skill into something more: to quickly understand business processes and see the negative impact of where a technology is underperforming or is not effectively leveraged.

This experience allows me to not only spot the symptoms of a technology problem, but also to understand its root causes and broader impacts. Whether it’s being version-locked into outdated software slowing down operations, inefficient processes leading to unnecessary expenses, or a lack of strategic IT leadership causing missed opportunities, my career has been built on zeroing in on these issues and devising solutions that empower businesses to thrive due to their successful utilization of technology.

I have identified a series of common pain points that signal when technology is underperforming within a business. I refer to these tell-tale signs as “The Dirty Dozen,” a set of twelve indicators that your technology may be lagging, thus creating inefficiencies in your lean operations and draining your valuable resources. In my commitment to help businesses maximize their technological potential, I am eager to share these signs with you in greater detail. Together, we will delve into each one, examining how you can spot them in your own operations and providing effective strategies for both preventing these issues and overcoming them should they arise.

12 Signs You Need a Technology Upgrade

  1. Abundance of Manual Processes
  2. Heightened Concern Over Cybersecurity
  3. Slow Systems and Drops in Productivity
  4. Reliance On a Single Subject Matter Expert
  5. Disorganized and Frantic Tech Support Department
  6. Company Growth / Change in Direction
  7. Cultural Gaps in Documentation & Training
  8. Lack of Real-Time Analytics
  9. Poor Collaboration and Resistance to Remote Work
  10. Lagging Sales or Customer Retention Issues
  11. The Technology ROI Is a Mystery
  12. Increasing Energy Costs

In the face of these technological challenges, it is critical to seek out professional guidance to navigate the shifting sands of your company’s tech landscape. As a seasoned Solutions Architect, I am adept at diagnosing and addressing these signs of technological lag, helping your company to streamline processes, enhance security, and drive growth.

Whether you’ve identified with one, several, or all of the “Dirty Dozen” indicators, the important thing is to recognize that these are not inescapable pitfalls. With the right expertise, these challenges become opportunities for growth, efficiency, and innovation.

If you’re ready to turn these potential risks into victories, I invite you to reach out. Let’s discuss how we can transform your technological infrastructure to better serve your business, customers, and team.

Randall Schad
Technologist/Solutions Architect

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