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Systems thinking about information systems and strategies

Ian O. Angell

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The lack of strategic thinking about IT is discussed and the advantages of adopting systems thinking are detailed. The nature of strategy and tactics with regard to information systems are investigated. The importance of continually re-aligning information resources with organizational and environmental requirements is highlighted.

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The lack of strategic thinking about IT is discussed and the advantages of adopting systems thinking are detailed. The nature of strategy and tactics with regard to information systems are investigated. The importance of continually re-aligning information resources with organizational and environmental requirements is highlighted.

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The lack of strategic thinking about IT is discussed and the advantages of adopting systems thinking are detailed. The nature of strategy and tactics with regard to information systems are investigated. The importance of continually re-aligning information resources with organizational and environmental requirements is highlighted.

Key concepts: Strategic information system, Soft systems methodology, Information system, Systems thinking, Knowledge management, Computer science, Management information systems, Strategic thinking

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