IT New Hire Business Case Template

Author(s): Laura Hansen-Kohls, Rebecca Hoke

Even organizations that do not require a formal business case will benefit from considering and documenting the factors influencing the hiring decision.

  • Use this template as a guide to develop the business case for hiring new IT employees.
  • Describe your reason for hiring, determine the number of new hires and skill sets you require, and estimate expenditures.
  • Evaluate alternatives, estimate short- and long-term benefits, and describe the hiring plan.

Using this template will help you make a business case for your hiring need and ease your ability to receive a sign-off from decision-makers.