Information Technology, Strategy Implementation, Information Systems, Strategic Planning, Input-Process-Outcome Framework
Subject Areas : ICTMona Jami Pour 1 , Shahnaz Akbari Emami 2 , Safora Firozeh 3
1 - Hazrat-e Masoumeh University
2 - Assistance Professor, Business Department, Hazrat-e Masoumeh University
3 - MA of Strategic Management, Business Department, Hazrat-e Masoumeh University
Keywords: Information Technology, Strategy Implementation, Information Systems, Strategic Planning, Input-Process-Outcome Framework,
Abstract :
IT strategy is a key factor in improving the process and performance of companies in using IT. Hence, many companies have a strategic planning process, but only a few succeed in implementing strategies efficiently. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to design a process framework for implementing IT strategy; To identify the drivers, processes and consequences of implementing IT strategy in organizations. The present study is a qualitative research with a phenomenological approach and in order to collect data, open and in-depth interviews were conducted with 10 experts in the field of IT using theoretical sampling. The results of the analysis show that the inputs under the headings of IT strategy implementation include environmental requirements of business continuity, structural-system cohesion, technology-oriented human resources, IT strategic leadership, skill requirements and common values. The second aspect of the IT strategy implementation model includes the dimensions of IT program monitoring and communication, structural appropriateness, development of support policies, budgeting and resource allocation, appropriate training, and the development of supportive culture. Finally, the implications of implementing an IT strategy, including those related to finance, internal process, customer, and growth and learning, were categorized.
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