Episode 2: Get a Return on Your IT Investment

Are you an individual contributor looking to convince your boss its time to buy a product or pursue a new project? How do you structure your proposal? How do you calculate ROI? In this episode, I’ll discuss these concepts and more with JT Perry from VMware! Welcome to The IT Guy Podcast, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, skilled advice, and engaging discussions. Connect with me! https://linktr.ee/itguyeric JT Perry: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtperry/ DevOpsDays KC 2024 - JT Perry - Platform ROI: Why should your company invest? https://youtu.be/0IQp5xNidvo?si=50YIWshTqDGEo8c9 Chapters: 00:00 Stream start 00:50 Welcome 04:28 Meet JT Perry 08:15 Identifying a Need 13:45 Building the request 22:05 Return on Investment (ROI) 30:55 CapEx vs OpEx 34:36 Prove Your Assumptions 40:15 Applying ROI to Careers 44:08 Closing thoughts Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022. Special Guest: JT Perry.