Technology and Modern Strategy
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Technology and Modern Strategy

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What does the term 'web generation' refer to?

  • All generations born after 2000
  • Individuals skilled in technology (correct)
  • A generation that avoids technology
  • People reliant on physical books

    • The primary issue discussed is that libraries are focusing too much on technology and losing their core mission.

    True

    Who was Roger Greer?

    The Dean of the School of Library and Information Management at USC.

    In response to the rise of technology, many universities are ___________ their Library Schools.

    <p>de-committing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following historical information revolutions with their characteristics:

    <p>Printing Revolution = Created a new class of information technologists Fourth Information Revolution = Focus on the 'I' in IT Third Information Revolution = Brought about ordinary craftsmen Current Technological Era = Emphasis on technical skills over problem-solving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Peter Drucker, what has changed in the focus of the 'I' in IT?

    <p>Centered on the needs of the community</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Roger Greer argues that libraries should only focus on managing and retrieving books.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one implication of the concerns raised about the technological focus in the library field?

    <p>Libraries may lose their relevance in problem-solving for communities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Sam propose to review the proposals through?

    <p>An enterprise-wide architecture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sam believes that establishing an enterprise architecture will be free and quick.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What issue does Sam identify regarding program-level decision-making?

    <p>It occurs in a relative vacuum with few overarching goals and standards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of EA as a management program?

    <p>Resource Allocation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    DMC's approach to decision-making tends to lack a true ______ capability.

    <p>top-down</p> Signup and view all the answers

    EA helps identify gaps in the performance of line of business activities.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following segments with their corresponding areas of focus:

    <p>Financial segment = Jim's area Production segment = Kate's area Enterprise-wide architecture = Modeling requirements and solutions Architecture segments = Approaches by public and private sectors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concern does Robert express about the concept of enterprise architecture?

    <p>He is wary of it being a 'silver bullet'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does EA help to promote within an enterprise?

    <p>Competitive capabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Sam, overlapping requirements should be met with separate solutions.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    EA provides a _____ approach to capability and resource planning.

    <p>strategic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following EA components with their descriptions:

    <p>Strategic Alignment = Connects goals, activities, and resources Standardized Policy = Resource governance and implementation Decision Support = Financial control and configuration management Resource Oversight = Lifecycle approach to development/management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What will be modeled only for the first two segments?

    <p>Strategic drivers, business services, and technology solutions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the EA management plan?

    <p>A plan to transition from current to future EA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The EA framework includes only current views of strategies, processes, and resources.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does EA support decision-making?

    <p>By providing financial control and configuration management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does EA primarily focus on designing?

    <p>Virtual organizations and their capabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The EA framework is only concerned with physical architecture.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of having a single source of reference in enterprise architecture?

    <p>To avoid waste and duplication in large, complex organizations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    EA serves as a _____ for all other management and technology best practices.

    <p>meta-context</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the role of an EA program?

    <p>A strategy for sustainable management practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

    <p>EA = A design for virtual organizations Enterprise-wide architecture = A collection of models and information Integrated governance structure = Combines various management practices Meta-discipline = An umbrella for organizational best practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does EA extend beyond technology planning?

    <p>Strategic planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    EA has nothing to do with decision making within organizations.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant challenge when implementing changes in an enterprise architecture?

    <p>Resistance due to unfamiliarity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Leavitt Diamond Model is concerned with the interaction between four components that drive organizational success.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one field that has influenced enterprise architecture practices.

    <p>Business administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Change can be seen as moving from what is familiar to something ______.

    <p>unfamiliar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts with their definitions:

    <p>Enterprise Architecture = A framework for managing and aligning an enterprise's processes and resources Leavitt Diamond Model = A model that depicts the interaction of four components affecting organizational success Organizational Theory = The study of how organizations function and are structured Resistance to Change = The reluctance of individuals or groups to adapt to new processes or structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect is essential for implementing enterprise architecture effectively?

    <p>Understanding enterprise mission and culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Organizations and enterprises are different types of social systems and do not share similar structures.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does change in an enterprise architecture affect according to the Leavitt Diamond Model?

    <p>All four components of the model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Web Generation and Technology Dependence

    • The rise of the "web generation" has led to an over-reliance on technology as a catch-all solution for problems.
    • This generation often dismisses traditional disciplines such as strategy, architecture, and engineering as outdated.
    • Roger Greer highlighted a trend in the library community, where technology overshadowed the core mission of knowledge and problem-solving.

    Changes in Library and Information Management

    • Many universities have downplayed Library Schools, emphasizing technical skills over conceptual knowledge.
    • The University of Southern California closed its library school due to a focus on technical aspects rather than broader educational goals.

    Information Revolutions

    • Peter Drucker identifies the current information revolution as the fourth in a series, following significant advances like the printing revolution.
    • He noted that an overemphasis on technology could lead to a decline in the importance of information-focused roles, as seen with historical information technologists.

    Enterprise Architecture (EA) Overview

    • EA serves as a management program facilitating strategic alignment of goals, activities, and resources.
    • It provides a framework for resource governance, decision support, and oversight of development processes.
    • EA also functions as an analysis and design method, offering views of current (as-is) and future (to-be) strategies.

    Strategic Planning and Resource Optimization

    • EA supports both macro and micro-level strategic planning, enhancing the efficiency of resources aligned with enterprise goals.
    • Projects must align with strategic objectives, as misalignment diminishes their value.

    Importance of Standardized Policy

    • Standardized policies are integral to developing and utilizing IT resources, ensuring coherent decision-making across the enterprise.
    • Identifying overlapping requirements can help optimize financial and technological resources in an organization.

    Evolution and Integration of EA

    • EA is characterized as both a process and an artifact, providing diagrams that simplify the complex interaction of resources and capabilities.
    • Effective EA requires integration within overall governance structures, enhancing policy and decision-making processes.

    The Meta-Disciplinary Nature of Enterprise Architecture

    • EA acts as an authoritative reference, providing standard processes and designs for future enterprise states.
    • A unified architecture minimizes redundancy in large organizations and enhances operational efficiency.

    Sociological and Organizational Influences on EA

    • Successful EA implementation relies on understanding an organization's mission, culture, and the interplay of people, processes, and resources.
    • EA practices are informed by diverse fields, including management theory, information science, and sociology.

    Leavitt Diamond Model

    • The Leavitt Diamond Model illustrates how changes in one organizational component (tasks, technology, structure, and people) impact the others.
    • This model emphasizes the interconnectedness essential for organizational success.

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    This quiz explores the relationship between technology and contemporary problem-solving. It examines how the 'web generation' interprets strategy and architecture in the context of technological solutions. Participants will reflect on the implications of relying solely on technology for addressing complex issues.

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