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An IT Steering Committee, also recognized as an IT Governance Committee, serves as a vital intermediary between an organization’s IT department and its broader structure, ensuring IT strategies align with overarching business objectives. Comprising representatives from IT, business units, and executive leadership, the committee is entrusted with strategic alignment, prioritizing IT investments, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and upholding governance and compliance. Its functions can range from strategy formulation and project prioritization to resource allocation and performance monitoring. To establish a high-performing committee, organizations must select a diverse membership, set clear objectives, hold regular meetings, and encourage transparent communication, among other best practices. This chapter helps to grasp how an IT Steering Committee can become a cornerstone for ensuring IT’s strategic role in driving organizational success.