Comments on: Lead with People and Processes; Follow with Technology http://linked2leadership.com/2009/04/19/lead-with-people-and-processes-follow-with-technology/ The L2L Blogazine covers Leadership Development, Organizational Health, and Personal & Professional Growth. "We help professionals Learn, Grow & Develop Other Leaders!"™ Mon, 13 Feb 2012 09:29:01 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ By: David DeHaven http://linked2leadership.com/2009/04/19/lead-with-people-and-processes-follow-with-technology/#comment-3254 Fri, 01 May 2009 14:23:26 +0000 http://linked2leadership.com/?p=2788#comment-3254 Scott – You make a GREAT point about NOT leading with technology. As a technology leader myself, I have often been surprised when my business counterparts believe that with the “new” application everything will be fixed. (Imagine their surprise when the Chief Technology/Information Officer suggests that technology is NOT the first step – or sometimes even the correct solution.)

Think “CRM” as an example or “ERP” systems — I have unfortunately seen too many organizations implement a tool without consideration for the people, the process and the actual needs of the business. The result? Large IT investment with little of the expected business return…

If the business is looking for true leadership and change, I agree with you that the people and processes should be considered along with the technology.

**NOTE that I offer “along with” as the guide here…in this model, I believe that the technology leader should be actively engaged with the business instead of being a “fast follower” or brought into the conversation later. In this manner, the entire organization can be leveraged to provide the desired leadership.

Great post!

Dr. David DeHaven

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