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Is IT spending always an investment?

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  • 21-07-2016 3:07pm
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    euser1984
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    Thanks.


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    mrawkward
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    No. It can be an expense, a waste of money, or even great value. Take your pick!


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    euser1984
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    OK, so it's just a case of always "approaching" it as if it were an investment then, is it?


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    listermint
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    euser1984 wrote: »
    Thanks.

    tbh yes IT is an investment its an integral part of pretty much all businesses today and in some cases all / every aspect of the business.

    You should research the ITIL Model to give further insight as to how IT and its processes can assist your business.


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    Senna
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    The question "Is spending on any reaource always an investment?" is just as broad and hard to answer.
    "IT" for what business goal needs to be answered first.


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    mrawkward
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    The original post is without context, is it a question about capital investment or running costs or what specifically?


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