tbm-resource-tower-analyzer

Map IT cost items to TBM v5.0.1 Technology Resource Towers.

Updated Mar 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/forgeonlabs/layerforge --skill tbm-resource-tower-analyzer
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Skill: tbm-resource-tower-analyzer
Source: https://github.com/forgeonlabs/layerforge/tree/main/skills/A2-resource-tower-analyzer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/forgeonlabs/layerforge --skill tbm-resource-tower-analyzer

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Identify how IT cost items map to TBM v5.0.1 Technology Resource Towers and Sub-Towers.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • End-to-end mapping from GL cost pools to TBM towers, enabling actionable insights for IT finance and tech leadership.
  • Direct-assignment, multi-tower allocation, staffing-based splits, cloud service-type decomposition, and vendor/MSP/bundled contract handling.
  • Proportional enterprise-wide allocations when items span the entire IT org; supports governance and trend analysis.

Quick Start

Run the Stage 1 Python script in scripts/ using your A1 output and the references/ to generate Tier 3 allocations.

Frequently Asked Questions about tbm-resource-tower-analyzer

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I map IT general ledger costs to TBM technology resource towers?

To map IT general ledger costs to TBM towers, this Skill applies direct-assignment rules and proportional allocations. It processes GL cost pools and vendor services to generate end-to-end Tier 3 allocations for TBM v5.0.1 Technology Resource Towers and Sub-Towers.

What is TBM tower mapping and when do I need it for IT cost allocation?

TBM tower mapping categorizes IT financial data into standardized Technology Business Management sub-towers. You need it when costs span multiple towers, cloud spend, vendor services, and staffing, enabling actionable insights for IT finance governance and trend analysis.

Can I decompose cloud spend and split staffing costs across multiple TBM sub-towers?

Yes, you can decompose cloud spend and split staffing costs across multiple TBM sub-towers. The Skill handles cloud service-type decomposition, staffing-based splits, and multi-tower allocation for bundled contracts using provided references and scripts.

How do I generate TBM v5.0.1 Tier 3 allocations from my cost data using Python?

To generate TBM v5.0.1 Tier 3 allocations, run the Stage 1 Python script located in the scripts directory. You need your A1 output data and the reference files to execute the script and produce the final tower mapping allocations.

Does this TBM analyzer handle vendor profiles and MSP bundled contract allocations?

Yes, this TBM analyzer handles vendor profiles and MSP bundled contract allocations. It applies specific vendor services rules to ensure accurate cost distribution from vendor cost pools to the correct TBM v5.0.1 Technology Resource Towers.