In this week's Computer Weekly, we examine what reform of the UK's banks will mean for financial services IT strategies. We also look at the problems of software licensing when moving to desktop virtualisation, discuss how to make sense of cloud computing, and provide part three of our guide to business intelligence. Download the new issue now. 

How do companies create winning business cases to justify key data center and IT initiatives and speed-up the budget approval process? Read this paper for tips and best practices for how to succeed in the budget approval process and business case development. 

Increasing numbers of enterprises are incorporating project portfolio management in their strategic planning. And just as individuals use financial reports and analyses to consider various investment options, the enterprise uses an analysis called the Business Case to evaluate various project proposals for inclusion in the project portfolio. 

Businesses are looking to make technology investments to prepare for growth but remain cautious with the economic recovery uncertain. Businesses need to define a business case for their technology investments and build a framework to measure ROI. This paper describes a 7-step process that will help build the business case for an ERP investment. 

In this analysis, Frank Buytendijk examines what information management means, and describes a complete spectrum of business cases, ranging from tactical cost reduction to transformational impact on the organization’s business model. 

There's a new generation of mobile apps that let employees do more with their devices. Written for IT leaders, this guide includes mobile use cases, sample business drivers, and a cost/benefit summary. 

How well-versed are you in the three key areas of contract lifecycle management (CLM) that will give you the visibility to control your contracts and comply with regulations? Take this quick quiz to determine your contract competency and understand whether a CLM solution would benefit your organization. 

In this analysis, Frank Buytendijk examines what information management means, and describes a complete spectrum of business cases, ranging from tactical cost reduction to transformational impact on the organization’s business model. 

Learn how to build a business case for social media outlets affecting customer relations and customer communities including Facebook and Twitter, as well as what social media means for CRM, best practices for managing online customer communities, and expert advice on implementing social media programs successfully. 

This white paper details the results of a Forrester survey which explores the inefficiencies that exist in common approaches to application problem resolution. 

Read on to learn more about CYOD and why so many organizations are seeing this as a viable option to adopt mobility in the enterprise without the security hassles of BYOD. Explore the business case for CYOD, how CYOD works, and more. 

This SearchCIO.com e-guide examines how IT leaders can make a business case for a solid, value-based data storage and backup plan. Hear from a selection of your peers as they share their personal experiences with convincing their fellow executives that backup is a necessity.