This paper illustrates a new way of thinking about the funding of IT software projects, one that considers funding in terms of investment, and value as an expansive, longitudinal variable. 

Download the latest version of IBM Rational Software Architect V8 to experience the latest in design and modeling technologies, comprehensive support for emerging technologies around SOA and Java Enterprise Edition 5, and best of breed tools that integrate with IBM's product lifecycle management solutions. 

Rational Team Concert enables Agile development teams to track work items, control source code, create and manage defects, and manage the lifecycle of software projects. Download now and get RTC-Express-C free for up to 10 developers or get your hands dirty in our live sandbox with no download required. 

Read this paper to learn how this software can aid in starting new projects and adding and transitioning team members quickly, thereby increasing your ability to respond to changes in your business as well as marketplace demands. 

Business users sometimes try to control and manage business rules without directly having to deal with IT, which isn’t always successful. Using an example from the insurance industry, this article provides an introduction to business rules and the importance of Business Rules Management Systems (BRMS) in bridging the gap between business and IT. 

Access IBM Rational Build Forge demos to see how it can be used to create a software assembly line to automate and accelerate software delivery. Learn how Rational Build Forge can help development teams automate repetitive tasks, uncover development bottlenecks, determine trends for specific projects and manage compliance mandates. 

Upgrades help businesses to maintain a competitive edge in the market. Yet, upgrades pose their own set of challenges. This white paper lists the best practices that should be followed when upgrading to achieve maximum reliability. 

An effective Identity and Access Management (IAM) solution is quickly becoming a must-have or enterprise organizations. In this paper learn the five keys to successful identity and access management implementation. 

This paper contains practical insights and best practices for better IT project delivery. It details ways of moving from an ad-hoc approach to a more effective process by implementing a project management office (PMO). 

Relentless competition drives the need to innovate. This white paper discusses how project and portfolio management brings greater control and insight into IT transformation initiatives, enabling CIOs to better determine how best to leverage new and existing technology platforms to deliver maximum business value. 

To achieve its transformation programme, CA Clarity Project and Portfolio Management (PPM) has been deployed by Generali France as a centralised platform for project and portfolio management. With a centralised view of its projects, the company can ensure effective management of project interdependencies and risks. 

Read this case study to learn how Debenhams' Project Management Office has reduced report creation time by more than 90% using CA Clarity™ Project & Portfolio Manager. The CA solution also helps Debenhams to identify ineffective IT projects earlier on in the lifecycle to save resources and money.