AS more money is spent on IT and computers, it is easy to forget that it was bought to help not hinder.

A new book and website - www.harnessthebeast.com - highlights the importance of making IT work for you.

I t uses the so-called Beast as a metaphor for all the bits and pieces that make up business technology and goes on to show how many requests for information and data can easily be answered as long as people are aware of where to look.

The book is clearly laid out and simple to read whilst the website offers some helpful hints and advice.