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Article: Holistic management of IT governance essential.(New and noteworthy information you can use)
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- CMA Management
- Article date:
- April 1, 2007
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While most organizations recognize the importance of IT governance, most don't have a holistic view that considers all its dimensions. According to a new study from PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), IT Governance in Practice, the concept of IT governance as an umbrella framework has yet to emerge.
The majority of the CIOs and IT governance specialists surveyed said that alignment between IT and the business is the biggest driver and desired outcome of IT governance practices. Respondents said they recognize the importance of IT alignment to deliver sustainable business results, and feel IT governance is one of the best means to achieve this.
"At the same ...