Seeing Eye To Eye On IT
A discussion on Forrester’s research on the business and IT disconnect. So what’s new?
May 19, 2009
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IT Strategy Knowledge Archive – Page 152
Achieving and Sustaining Business and IT Alignment
This article was originally published in 1999. However, it is on the money even today. Authors Jerry Luftman and Tom Brier walk through the issue of business and IT Alignment with specific examples and advice on how to achieve this goal. A must read!
May 19, 2009
IT Strategist’s Dilemma
Every strategist faces the “stay the course” or “cut and run” choice at least once in their careers. How do you decide which course is the correct one? More importantly, is this even a correct or complete set of choices?
May 19, 2009
Developing and Implementing a Strategy for Technology Deployment
A very good article on technology deployment – makes the connection with IT vision and strategy.
May 19, 2009
Total Cost of Ownership Comparison (TCO) for Mainframe Migration Case Study
This paper provides the results from two total cost of ownership (TCO) based studies to make a case for migrating from mainframes to open system alternatives.
May 18, 2009
Overview of IT Value Mapping
This overview of IT Value Mapping introduces a strategic framework designed to maximize returns on IT investments. It explains how organizations can visually map and assess the alignment of IT capabilities with business needs, ensuring optimal performance and cost efficiency. By highlighting key components like strategic alignment and asset productivity, this content provides actionable insights for better IT-business integration.
May 18, 2009
IT Cannot be a Profit Center
Of late, there is a lot of emphasis on IT ROI. While this is commendable, extending this argument to convert the IT Organization into a profit center is taking it to another extreme. For example, are HR, finance, and marketing profit centers? Why not?
May 18, 2009
IT Strategy Framework
Leverage this comprehensive framework for IT Strategy to align IT with business objectives, manage investments, and prepare for emerging tech trends. Designed for CIOs and IT leaders, this framework to develop an IT Strategy ensures strategic, efficient, and innovative IT planning.
May 18, 2009
Total Economic Impact (TEI) Case Study: Financial Impact of Implementing Application Feature
Explore this case study to learn about the transformative effects of application streaming technology on business operations, showcasing substantial cost savings and enhanced productivity.
May 18, 2009
Crafting a Vision for IT
What is the purpose of a vision statement for IT? This article examines how a vision can accelerate the business value generated by an IT Organization.
May 18, 2009