Transcript Intranet: To use, or not to use, that is the question

Intranet
To use, or not to use, that is the
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What is Intranet?
Web
server
Firewall
Web
browsers
Tangible advantages
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Cross-platform accessibility
No location or time limitation
Fast in-house distribution and sharing
Lower cost in paper and delivery
What constitutes success?
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Realistic scope
Abundant killer applications
Easy access
Friendly interface
Effective search
On-going maintenance and training
Sufficient resources
The challenges
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Security
Culture changes
Community obligation
Access integration
Interface that will please all
Costs
The determination factor
• Costs
• Benefits
• Benefits vs. Costs (ROI > 100%)
ROI = benefits – costs x 100
costs
What’s Next?
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Discover needs and define scope
Evaluate current environment
Estimate possible cost
Forecast potential benefits
Analyze the cost-benefit ratio
Make recommendation