Module 12 HW – ITI

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Chapter 12 (Review Question): 4, 5 pg 534
4. Why is it important to assess business user attitudes, not just their use of information?

5. Comment on the differences between the IS mission statements by the IS and business managers in Figure 12.3.
What are some conclusions that could be drawn from these differences?

Chapter 12 (Discussion Question): 1, 2, 6, 7, 8 pg 534
1. In addition to the reasons listed in the chapter, what other issues or events might cause an organization that does not have a formal IS vision recognize the need for developing one?

2. What are the major implications for the business manager if an assessment of current practices indicates substantial inconsistency in the information vision and IT architecture for the company? What are the major implications for the IS leaders?

6. Given the rapid rate of change in both information technologies and business environments, do you believe that extensive information resource planning efforts are worthwhile for most organizations? Why or why not? Under what circumstances might they not be?

7. Some have argued that a company’s existing IT architecture should drive the business strategic plan, instead of being driven by it. Can you think of an example where this might be the case?

8. Do you believe that strategic advantages obtained by the effective use of IT are sustainable? Why or why not?