This document summarizes chapter 1 from the textbook "Managing and Using Information Systems: A Strategic Approach – Fifth Edition" by Keri Pearlson and Carol Saunders. It discusses the role of general managers in information systems decisions and introduces the Information Systems Strategy Triangle. It explains how business strategy, information systems, and organizational design must be aligned and provides examples of how misalignment can lead to crises. Key models for understanding business and information systems strategy are also overviewed.
The document summarizes key concepts from the first chapter of the book "Managing and Using Information Systems: A Strategic Approach – Fifth Edition" by Keri Pearlson and Carol Saunders. It discusses the importance of aligning business strategy, information systems, and organizational design. It introduces the Information Systems Strategy Triangle and various business strategy frameworks including Porter's generic strategies and models for dynamic competitive environments. The role of the general manager in information systems decisions is also covered.
This document summarizes chapter 1 from the textbook "Managing and Using Information Systems: A Strategic Approach – Fifth Edition" by Keri Pearlson and Carol Saunders. It discusses the role of general managers in information systems decisions and introduces the Information Systems Strategy Triangle. It explains how business strategy, information systems, and organizational design must be aligned and provides examples of how misalignment can lead to crises. Key models for understanding business and information systems strategy are also overviewed.
The document summarizes key concepts from the first chapter of the book "Managing and Using Information Systems: A Strategic Approach – Fifth Edition" by Keri Pearlson and Carol Saunders. It discusses the importance of aligning business strategy, information systems, and organizational design. It introduces the Information Systems Strategy Triangle and various business strategy frameworks including Porter's generic strategies and models for dynamic competitive environments. The role of the general manager in information systems decisions is also covered.