Business Technology Blueprint
Frequently Asked Questions
What You're Buying
What exactly is the Business Technology Blueprint? A comprehensive self-implementation framework that helps you document, analyze, and optimize your technology investments. You receive step-by-step guides, Excel templates with built-in formulas, executive presentation templates, and implementation support materials.
How is this different from hiring consultants? You maintain complete control of your data while building internal capabilities. The framework costs a fraction of traditional consulting fees ($75,000+), completes in 5-10 days instead of 6+ months, and your team owns the knowledge permanently.
Do we need technical expertise to use this? No. The framework is designed for business leaders, not IT professionals. Everything focuses on business value and financial impact using plain business language.
Timeline & Effort
How long does this actually take? Most companies complete the assessment in 5-10 days over 2-3 weeks. Total effort required:
Project leader: 20-30 hours
Finance team: 2-3 hours
IT team: 3-4 hours
Department heads: 30 minutes - 1 hour each
Expected Results
What kind of results can we expect? Typical companies discover:
15-25% in cost optimization opportunities
20-40% reduction in manual processes through better integration
3-5 duplicate systems performing the same function
20-30% unused software licenses
What if we don't find significant savings? That indicates well-managed technology, which is valuable to know. You'll still gain risk identification, compliance documentation, strategic roadmap, and governance framework for future decisions.
Company Fit
Is this right for our company size? The framework works best for companies with:
100-800 employees
10+ technology systems
$100K+ annual technology spending
Multiple departments using various software tools
What if we already have an IT strategy? The Blueprint validates your strategy with data, identifies gaps, provides financial justification for initiatives, and creates executive-ready documentation. It complements existing strategies rather than replacing them.
Support & Success
What support do we get? The package includes comprehensive FAQ and troubleshooting guides covering common implementation challenges. The materials are designed for self-sufficiency.
How do we know if we're doing it right? Signs of success include finding 10-25% savings opportunities, discovering previously unknown systems, identifying 3-5 quick wins, and getting engaged questions from executives during presentations.
What if our team can't complete it? The framework is designed to be completed even with incomplete information. Missing data becomes a finding itself, and estimates are acceptable when marked clearly.
Getting Started
What happens immediately after purchase? You receive instant access to all materials including the implementation guide, Excel workbooks, document templates, and FAQ. You can begin the platform inventory process immediately.
What's the very first step? Open the Excel Platform Inventory template and start listing your technology systems. The step-by-step guide walks you through each phase from there.
Have other questions? Contact Stephen@HarborLightStrat.com