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1. Mendix Idioms
for CIOs

2. A value chain is no stronger than its weakest link
When formulating the
strategic goals for an
organization, information
technology plays an
important role throughout
every function in the value
chain. How future proof is
your strategy?

3. A billion pennies saved is a billion pennies earned
A long term IT strategy
requires a cost effective
approach to implementation.
Greater value is achieved
when minimizing time and
money spent. An agile
methodology increases value
by lowering costs and
maintaining quality.

4. Take a leaf out of someone else’s textbook
Whether your background is
in business or IT, you’re
ability to lead an organization
with both perspectives in
mind should be a priority.
The gap between business and
IT is always closing.

5. The bigger they are, the harder they change
Large organizations require
more resources to make
strategic change. This means
that making investments in
the ability to change offers
infinitely higher returns.

6. Uneasy lies the head that wears the IT crown
Even an entire IT strategy
can be simplified by agile
development methodologies.
Without giant upfront
investments, you can sleep
easier knowing your ROI is
still intact.