The Business Value of IT

But getting answers can be easy if you understand three important aspects:

		why IT investments succeed or fail

		how intellectual capital and intangible assets relate to the value of IT

		the role of IT in the global economy

This three-part special report addresses these aspects and more. You'll find the latest research about evaluating the business value of IT along with advice for making better-informed decisions.

The Elusive Business Value of IT

Avoid mistakes — learn more about why IT investments often fail to provide benefits and create value.

How IT Helps Leverage Intellectual Capital

There's more to the value of IT than what appears on a financial report. Find out how IT is also a valuable part of intellectual capital � things like corporate reputation, brand loyalty, better organization, greater efficiency and more.

IT and the Economy Are Experiencing Growing Pains

The role of IT in the global economy is often debated, but seldom understood. To help make things more clear, this part of the special report reviews several leading debates, examines the role of IT in productivity and economic growth, and discusses some of the perspectives and roles of governments throughout the world.