Rapid changes in both technology and business mean that IT departments are constantly barraged with new projects - whether it's writing a web app or implementing new infrastructure for mobile applications. It's a challenge just to stay ahead of the curve.

But as IT managers attempt to keep pace, business pressure to deliver projects on time and on budget has increased. Whether it's a lack of time due to too many meetings and interruptions or being unable to effectively manage work requests and resource loads, IT managers are struggling with the operational challenges of getting work done.

If you work in IT and are ready to pull your hair out because it's always chaos, then keep reading. This piece examines the top 10 everyday pains that prevent IT managers from getting work done and offers some new, as well as trusted, solutions for improving your productivity.