Chapter 9

Leveraging Information Technology

Laurence J. Laning

Laurence J. Laning, PhD, Laurence retired from Procter & Gamble after 29 years in IT. He was the Chief IT global architect for P&G in his last 5 years with the company. He is currently the Missions Director at Northminster Presbyterian Church in Cincinnati. He is an adjunct professor in Xavier’s University College of Business. He is an active consultant for YourEncore Inc. and Xavier’s Leadership Center.

Introduction

For many nonprofit organizations, information technology (IT can be a confusing, intimidating, and costly area. The technical jargon, endless acronyms, and IT professionals, consultants, and vendors who speak “geek,” can be very frustrating.

Purpose

The purpose of this ...

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