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IT is Risk Taking
Sometimes the best business solution requires a fresh perspective and new
technology. Because "we’ve always done it this way" isn’t going to cut it.
The IT professional needs to be dedicated to finding and promoting new
ideas using forward technology. Becoming a pacesetter who’s willing to
accept challenges.
IT is Communications and Diplomacy
There will be days when you need to trouble-shoot via PC, phone or on-site.
Working closely with business professionals (who depend on technology but
don’t necessarily understand it) sometimes requires you to bite your lip.
Especially as they change the specs on the system you’re designing.
IT is Leadership
On inter-division projects, team members are sought out from the necessary
business functions to ensure appropriate representation. We pull IT
professionals from Programmer/Analyst, Senior Programmer/Analyst and
Lead Programmer/Analyst positions to lead each team. As a Team Leader/Project Leader,
you’re charged with keeping your team on task and reporting the team’s
progress. (Here’s where your interpersonal skills - like the ability to
cultivate relationships - get a workout.)
IT is Continuous Learning
The exposure to other business segments, however, entices some
IT employees to expand their knowledge of the company (by volunteering for
diverse projects) or learn new skills through our
Continuing Education
program.
IT is an Opportunity for Personal Growth
With more exposure to various divisions, your business perspective changes.
You may want to challenge yourself to create a new career within
Sherwin-Williams. Even a future outside of IT. -- We’ll help create those
opportunities, too.
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