A Framework to Bridge the Strategy Execution Gap
This paper presents a framework to bridge the strategy execution gap. Eliminating this gap can make all the difference between great strategies and great results! Good read!
January 17, 2018
Use this collection of resources to understand and align IT with business. This Business-IT Alignment hub is a crucial resource for CIOs, IT executives, and technology professionals seeking to understand the importance of aligning IT initiatives with business goals and strategies. As part of our CIO Reference Library, this category offers insights, practical advice, and resources on various aspects of business-IT alignment, including strategic planning, the collaboration between business and IT, and performance measurement.
According to the CIO Wiki, “Business IT alignment refers to integrating an organization’s Information Technology (IT) strategy with its overall business strategy.” By exploring this category, you will gain insights into:
- The critical role of business-IT alignment in ensuring that IT initiatives deliver maximum value to the organization and support the achievement of business objectives
- Fundamental principles, frameworks, and best practices for fostering collaboration and partnership between IT and business stakeholders to align IT investments with strategic priorities
- Techniques for developing a shared understanding of business goals and priorities among IT and business stakeholders to facilitate effective decision-making and resource allocation
- Approaches for measuring the impact and value of IT initiatives in terms of their contribution to business success and for adjusting IT strategies and priorities as needed to maintain alignment with evolving business needs
- Strategies for building a culture of collaboration, trust, and shared ownership between IT and business teams to promote effective communication, joint problem-solving, and continuous improvement.
- The role of IT governance, risk management, and performance measurement in ensuring that IT initiatives remain aligned with business objectives and deliver the desired outcomes
- Case studies, success stories, and lessons learned from IT leaders who have effectively achieved and maintained business-IT alignment in their organizations
By staying up-to-date with the latest Business-IT Alignment resources, CIOs, IT leaders, and aspiring professionals can gain valuable insights, practical guidance, and information on how to excel in their roles and advance their careers. Visit this category regularly to discover new content that will help you stay current with industry trends, develop your business-IT alignment expertise, and succeed in the dynamic world of IT leadership.
What Causes Strategy Execution Gap?
This survey of the C-Suite explores the root causes of strategy execution gap. A good discussion for the CIO to follow!
January 17, 2018
A Framework for Business IT Alignment
This paper presents a framework for business IT Alignment. Using this framework, CIOs can understand the root causes of misalignment and take action to fill these gaps resulting in higher IT ROI. Good Read!
January 17, 2018
A Model for Business IT Alignment
This paper introduces business IT alignment, explains its importance, and introduces a framework to align IT with business.
January 17, 2018
How to Close the Business IT Alignment Gap?
This paper discusses ways to align business with IT closing the gap that exists between the two. A good discussion for the CIO who wants to understand why business and IT are misaligned and how to fix this.
January 17, 2018
State of Business IT Alignment Study
This global study explores the state of business IT alignment across industry – how well do companies align business with IT? what factors does an enterprise find the easiest to excel in and which the hardest?
July 5, 2017
Bridging the Strategy and Implementation Gap
This paper proposes a framework, principles, and best practices to help along the entire strategic cycle – from strategy to execution, and governance. A CIO must bridge the strategic planning, and operational execution gap if they are to create repeatable business value. This discussion can help.
June 20, 2016
Improving Business IT Alignment
This presentation demonstrates the chasm between business, and IT, dives into the root causes of mis-alignment, and proposes restructuring the entire IT Organization to create effective business IT alignment. An excellent treatment of business IT alignment from an IT function perspective. The author demonstrates the business IT disconnect is real,
May 11, 2016
Creating Competitive Advantage with Information Technology
This series of presentations provides an in-depth guide to the number one issue on a CIO’s agenda: business IT alignment. It defines the role of information technology in creating competitive advantage for the enterprise. Excellent Read! (~500 slides)
February 25, 2016
Enhancing Organizational Performance through Business IT Alignment: A Case Study
This case study provides a comprehensive look at the value of aligning IT systems with business goals and employee needs, demonstrating its impact on enhancing overall organizational performance.
February 7, 2016
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