The Importance of a Chief Technology Officer

1. What are some approaches Yumiko could use to help her relate to her co-workers at the law firm?
I would start off by saying I understand your frustrations and sympathize with them, and say (that is why I am here), to help rectify the problems and get this office running proficiently. So they don’t lose their work again. And then I would start to ask them what they would like to see changed and ask them their insight on it. And hope that I get a response from them.
2. How can Yumiko research her options before making UPS and computer purchases?
She should start off by asking what kind of budget they have so she can get an idea of how much they are willing to spend. Then after that, start looking at the work load they have in the office, also look at how big the office is that they work out of. See how man y case’s they are working on or ask them so she can base what they are going to need for computers. Than after all that, start looking at what kind of UPS she will need to have running so in case of a brownout or power loss they won’t lose their work. After she has completed all that, I would recommend going to the boss and show him her conclusion on what is needed.
3. Which features are available in those devices that might be useful for the purposes of management of her law firm, and why? Which features are lacking that might merit further consideration and why?
Well the advantage of the UPS is that it helps to keep the machines from getting hit with a power surge in case the main power fails. It also helps to keep the machines running so that if the power fails the computer won’t shut down and they lose all their work. It can also serve as a power management for the office and monitor the usage. The disadvantages to this system I believe is the battery pack. And the amount of time they can stay running while the power is down. The battery/s in them has to be replaced periodically so that they can maintain their full potential.
4. In what price range can Yumiko expect to find the devices that she needs?
The price can range as low as $35.00 to over $ 400.00 for a UPS that can accommodate a small building with a fair amount of computers with monitors and copiers and fax machines running. They do however have bigger ones, like I believe in Alaska that can power a whole city grid. But I know that wouldn’t be needed in this case.