This document discusses how implementing an "IT methodology" can boost operational performance and a company's bottom line. It defines an IT methodology as a roadmap or process that project teams can follow to consistently deliver applications on time and budget. The document outlines several benefits of using an IT methodology, such as establishing repeatable processes, optimizing communication between teams, and incorporating organizational governance. It acknowledges that while large companies typically utilize complex IT methodologies, scalable options have emerged that small and medium businesses can implement at a reasonable cost to gain similar benefits.