Demystifying IT Strategy: Myths and Realities
Monday, 05 November 2007
12:00-13:00
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Speakers: Dave Aron, Ellen Kitzis
Location: Palais des Festivals - Louis Lumiere
Session Type: Gartner Session
Track: ITA
Job Role: Program & Portfolio Management
Business Imperative: Maximize Performance, Profitability & Competitiveness

CIOs are confused about what comprises a good, let alone great IT Strategy. They are challenged regarding how to engage business leaders and ensure that the output is both meaningful as well as aligned to the business strategy. This presentation will address both the challenges/pitfalls and the “how to’s” of developing an IT strategy.
Key Issues:
  • What makes developing an IT strategy so hard?
  • How do you create an IT strategy that generates business value?
  • How do you deal with real-world issues, like unarticulated business strategy?