IT governance, architectural competency, and the Vasa

被引：11

作者：

Minnesota State University, College of Business, Mankato, MN, United States ^{[1
]}

机构：

[1] Minnesota State University, College of Business, Mankato, MN

来源：

Inf Manage Comput Secur | 2006年 / 2卷 / 140-154期

关键词：

Communication technologies; Corporate strategy; Governance;

D O I：

10.1108/09685220610655889

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摘要：

Purpose - Aims to discuss the role of information technology (IT) governance in corporate strategy. Design/methodology/approach - Examine s the four elements of IT governance, including value delivery, managing risk, maintaining accountability, and measurement of ongoing programs and activities, in the context of a case study of a warship, the Vasa, commissioned by King Gustavus, that sank shortly after it sailed. Findings - The legacy of t he Vasa helps in understanding the elements of value, risk, and measurement in the broader context of governance and management. The Vasa illustrates the significance of alignment and architectural competency to an enterprise. Originality/value - Shows th at managements' commitment and involvement with IT development at the senior management level, the IT management level, and the project management level significantly enhances the probability of success. © Emerald Group Publishing Limited.

引用

页码：140 / 154

页数：14

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