Chapter 2 Advances in Information Technology Integrated with Strategic Direction

Abstract

This chapter utilizes both primary research and case studies to propose that IT advances need to be appropriately incorporated into an organization’s strategic direction. Supporting rationale will be presented for a variety of private and public sector entities and situations. Some IT advances that are addressed include the following: Stakeholder involvement in assessing appropriate IT advances Technology strategy planning for mergers and acquisitions Mobile device integration in future organizational planning IT outsourcing vs. insourcing implications