This file of CMGT 578 Week 6 Discussion Questions shows the solutions to the following points:

DQ 1: In the 2007 article, Krishnan makes several points about the relationships between IT and the business line departments. What does he say are the major reasons for this disconnect? How can it be fixed? Finally, why is fixing the disconnect important to IT strategic planning?DQ 2: Discuss the importance of aligning IT strategy with business strategy. How can doing this help both IT and the organization as a whole? What are the implications for change in an organization? Why?

This file of CMGT 578 Week 6 Discussion Questions shows the solutions to the following points:

DQ 1: In the 2007 article, Krishnan makes several points about the relationships between IT and the business line departments. What does he say are the major reasons for this disconnect? How can it be fixed? Finally, why is fixing the disconnect important to IT strategic planning?DQ 2: Discuss the importance of aligning IT strategy with business strategy. How can doing this help both IT and the organization as a whole? What are the implications for change in an organization? Why?