1. Purchasing processes. I have talked about having an approved software list when I wrote on Preventative CAD Management ^[2] and how they can provide you with a structure for selecting and purchasing software. Keep a list of the software that your firm uses and stick to it.

2. Defined migration plans for upgrades. Thing like When to Upgrade ^[3] and When others are Jumping. ^[4] But beyond that – do you provide a well planned out migration process for upgrading. I wrote on this for AUGI some time back (starting in May 2005) – take a look. ^[5]

3. The CAD Standards. You number one way of providing structure. Here are a few post on that issue.

CAD Standards – Not set in Stone ^[6]

Written CAD Standards ^[7]

CAD Standards based on Principles ^[8]

Or just the whole topic of CAD Standards ^[9]

4. Troubleshooting problems. Do you bring a structure to your investigations of troubles. Systematic approaches to finding out what the root problem is and moving toward an answer.

5. Training. Do you develop a structured approach and outline to training? The overarching plan and the outline of each class.

Do you add Value? – Providing Structure

Adding Value

Do you add Value? – The CAD Manager Position

Do you add Value? – More on the CAD Manager Position

Do You Add Value? – Your Expertise

Do you add Value? – With Creative Thinking

Do you add Value? – Providing Structure

Do you add Value? – Through Determination

Do you add Value? – with Enthusiasm

Do you add Value? – Intuition

Do You Add Value? – The Series Continues

Do You Add Value? – Knowledge

Do You Add Value? – Commitment

Do You Add Value? – Kindness and Compassion

Do You Add Value? – Flexibility

The Value of Lightening Up

The Value of Discipline

The Value of Focus and Clarity

The Value of Thinking Big and Working Small

Adding Value