That and IT is often seen as the redhead step child because they’re not revenue generating. I’ve had a purchase request for a single bag of zip ties denied before.
Plus security is one of those if everything goes right “what are we paying you for” and if something goes wrong “what are we paying you for” parts of the business.
That and IT is often seen as the redhead step child because they’re not revenue generating. I’ve had a purchase request for a single bag of zip ties denied before.
Plus security is one of those if everything goes right “what are we paying you for” and if something goes wrong “what are we paying you for” parts of the business.
Deny the request to fix their laptop or replace their broken mouse. I’ve found that usually works.
That doesn’t work when it’s the CFO denying the request.
Very true. It’s why IT shouldn’t report to the CFO (though it almost always does).