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What does true alignment between IS and the business imply?
What are symptoms of poor alignment between business and IS?
What should reflect alignment with the business in an aligned IS strategy?
What indicates lack of coordination between the business and IS?
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What is a key aspect of optimal support for business goals in an aligned IS?
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Study Notes
Alignment between IS and Business
- True alignment implies mutual understanding and collaboration between IS and the business to achieve shared goals and objectives.
- It involves integrating IS plans and strategies with business objectives, ensuring IS supports and enables business success.
Symptoms of Poor Alignment
- IS focuses on technology rather than business needs and goals.
- Business units and IS department operate in isolation, leading to ineffective use of resources.
- Inadequate communication and lack of trust between IS and business stakeholders.
- IS projects are driven by technology rather than business requirements.
Reflecting Alignment in IS Strategy
- Business objectives and strategies should be reflected in IS plans and strategies.
- IS should support and enable business capabilities, such as innovation, customer service, and operational efficiency.
Lack of Coordination
- Independent planning and decision-making by IS and business units.
- Unaligned priorities and resource allocation between IS and business units.
- Inadequate sharing of information and knowledge between IS and business stakeholders.
Optimal Support for Business Goals
- Key aspect: IS should be able to respond quickly and effectively to changing business needs and requirements.
- This involves providing flexible and adaptable IT systems and infrastructure that support business agility and innovation.
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Description
Test your knowledge about business and information systems plan alignment with this quiz based on a lecture by Dr. Mina Younan. The quiz covers topics such as business strategies and the discipline of market leaders.
