Global disruptions are forcing large manufacturers to modernize outmoded, inflexible IT infrastructure. But to do so successfully, IT leaders must show that this effort is not merely a technology “refresh” but a strategic action to unlock business value and sustain long-term growth. IT leaders can use “business value” as the key criterion for guiding infrastructure modernization. Partnering with an experienced systems integrator can speed up this entire process. Manufacturing business leaders have specific priorities: Increasing revenue/valueImproving cost-efficiencyMinimizing business risks a…