First 100 Days - Forge Technology Advisors

FORGE’s First 100 Days Program for IT Leadership

Empowering New IT Leaders to Drive Impact from Day One

As a newly appointed IT leader, your first 100 days in a new organization are critical.

It’s your opportunity to make a strong impression, establish a clear vision, and identify opportunities for rapid improvement. The challenges are numerous—whether it’s navigating inherited infrastructure, outdated contracts, or simply aligning IT strategy with business goals.

FORGE’s First 100 Days Program is designed specifically for CIOs, CISOs, and IT executives stepping into new roles. We understand the unique pressures of your position, and our program is built to support you in making immediate, data-driven decisions that will set the foundation for long-term success.

Why Choose FORGE’s First 100 Days Program?

Accelerated Impact

Your first few months in a new role are crucial for establishing leadership. Our program equips you with the insights, tools, and strategic guidance you need to make quick, informed decisions about your IT environment.

Comprehensive Audit & Quick Wins

We dive deep into your organization’s IT assets, contracts, and vendor relationships, uncovering areas for immediate improvement. Our forensic audit helps you understand the current landscape while identifying quick wins that demonstrate immediate value.

Tailored to Your Goals

Every organization is unique, and so is your vision as a leader. Whether you aim to optimize operational costs, streamline vendor management, or accelerate digital transformation, our vendor-agnostic approach ensures that your IT strategy aligns with your specific business objectives.

Expert Guidance Every Step of the Way

FORGE brings decades of experience in IT consulting, benchmarking, and lifecycle management. Our experts partner with you to streamline the complexities of vendor relationships, negotiate better contracts, and guide your IT projects to successful completion.

Program Highlights

Phase 1: Forensic Analysis & Assessment (Days 1-30)

Comprehensive IT Audit: Gain a full understanding of your current IT infrastructure, vendor contracts, and operational inefficiencies.
Data-Driven Benchmarking: Identify where your IT environment stands compared to industry standards, uncovering areas for optimization.

Phase 2: Strategic Planning (Days 31-60)

Tailored IT Strategy: Build a roadmap that aligns with both IT and business goals.
Vendor Renegotiation: Ensure you’re working with the best vendors, on the best terms, with a clear view of potential savings.

Phase 3: Quick Wins & Execution (Days 61-90)

Immediate Value Projects: Launch high-impact projects that deliver rapid results and prove ROI.
Lifecycle Management: Manage IT assets more effectively to reduce costs and improve service delivery.

Phase 4: Long-Term Optimization (Days 91-100)

Ongoing Performance Monitoring: Establish a system for continued benchmarking and vendor management.
Transformation Management: Lay the groundwork for larger initiatives like cloud migration, security enhancements, or network upgrades.

Results You Can Expect

Immediate cost saving

Immediate cost savings through optimized contracts and vendor renegotiations.

Improved operational efficiency

Improved operational efficiency with lifecycle management and forensic IT audits.

Clear alignment

Clear alignment between IT strategy and organizational goals, ensuring long-term success.

Success Stories

“Working with FORGE during my transition was a game-changer. Their First 100 Days Forensic Analysis helped me identify immediate areas for improvement and set the foundation for a long-term IT strategy. By implementing their recommendations we saved 23% in IT costs within the twelve months alone.”

Jason T.

-CIO

Ready to Make Your First 100 Days Count?

Let FORGE help you drive impact from day one. Connect with us to learn how we can partner with you to ensure your leadership transition leads to success.

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