IT infrastructures are ever-changing. Every decision to bring technology into the enterprise should be guided by a documented standard of what is and is not to be introduced into the IT environment.

Info-Tech's Information Technology Standards and Guidelines policy template will help to establish mandatory technology standards. This template includes sample guidelines that can be edited and/or replaced in regards to the use, acquisition, and implementation of all technology options for the following IT areas:

• Information Protection.
• Information Management.
• Information Distribution.
• Applications.
• Network Facility and Environment.
• Computing Resources.
• Voice Communications.

Creating and implementing standards and guidelines for the IT environment are crucial in assuring conformity and success in the delivery of information technology services. Add this template to the enterprise's governance arsenal and create clear standards to help guarantee stability.