Question:

In this module we have a couple of learning objectives. We want to understand better the role of the IT manager in the strategic management process as well as the skills needed to manage expectations for IT strategy.

Think about the following: Governors in some states may be moving away from centralizing information technology functions, which can endanger the integrity of IT investments, according to the National Governors Association (NGA) in the summer of 2005. Several current and former CIOs interviewed said states are no longer using consolidated IT management strategies. For example, Connecticut announced it will scrub a previous administration's plan to centralize IT operation under the state's technology department.

Are the CIO''s managing the Governors'' expectations?

What is your take on centralizing or consolidating IT functions for entities as large as a state government?

What are the advantages or disadvantages?

Would your answer be different for smaller enterprises?

at least 2 cited references