The document discusses the importance of IT architecture for organizations. It states that IT architecture defines a company's IT infrastructure and provides a framework for technology investments and use. It also describes the key components of an effective IT architecture, including an inventory of hardware, software, data and communication links, as well as the functional use of IT and a strategic plan for technology use.

1. IT Architecture

7. IT ARCHITECTURE Hardware Inventory Software Inventory Data Inventory Commn. Inventory Baseline Applications Blueprint Baseline Data Blueprint Baseline Commns. Blueprint Planned Applications Blueprint Planned Data Blueprint Planned Commns. Blueprint COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE STRATEGIC PLAN COMPANY BUSINESS STRATEGY Functional Use of IT Building Blocks for IT Architecture