IT Strategy for Business (Oxford Higher Education)

The book positions IT as a strategic business tool and knowledge catalyst. Based on original research by the authors, it introduces various aspects of IT strategy and business strategy, and stresses upon the strategic use of IT for building competitive advantage. The book explains how a firm can strike a perfect balance between technology and business, and gives a practical insight into IT strategies for all kinds of enterprises, including those that specialize in Information Communication Technologies (ICT) or offer related goods and services. Among the important topics discussed are: IT management, e-strategies, outsourcing and offshoring, knowledge management, and various stages and facets of IT strategy implementation. The book also explicates the role of IT in important emerging areas, such as mergers and acquisitions and IT security. The book would be useful to all those involved in management, strategy development or IT-related activity management. It is also a veritable guide for business leaders and corporate managers to envision and build IT strategies for their respective organizations.