Technical debt and IT sprawl are critical challenges that organizations must address to maintain agility and reduce operational risk. Left unmanaged, they lead to inefficiencies, rising costs, and increased complexity across systems and processes. Tackling these issues requires a structured approach that considers business priorities, governance practices, collaboration among technology teams, and continuous skill development. This essentials guide offers a curated set of reports, actionable best practices, and downloadable templates to help your organization identify, measure, and remediate technical debt while controlling IT sprawl.