Practical recommendations
nExamine the entire cost
–Licensing, hardware, support, training, documentation,
migration from legacy tools
nAsk why you are considering any application
–Are learning outcomes the driver?
nPilot the software
–Directly involve all stakeholders; consider outsourcing
the pilot
nStart with “low hanging fruit” – not mission critical applications
nUnderstand and plan for support needs
nSpend avoided licensing costs on local staff
development
nKeep looking – new opportunities arise each week