ICT Strategy

The development and implementation of a formal ICT strategy for your organisation will help you to maximise the return on technology investment already made within the organisation. The ICT strategy should align with the business strategy in supporting the shared business goals and objectives. It should define what technologies you need, those you need to invest in, how to maximise the utilisation of those technologies, how much you need to spend and the level of education and up skilling required within your business to support those technologies.

What is the ICT Strategy process?

In defining a new ICT strategy Origina uses a four phase common-sense approach:

• Before we can define a new ICT strategy that is effective and sustainable for your business, an understanding of the current reality must be understood along with its shortcomings.
• Phase two then looks at defining the future vision. This requires collaboration between the IT and Business operations.
• Phase three focuses on the development of a plan to close the gap between the current reality and the future vision. It not only addresses the gaps and additional requirements, but also includes details of the transformation plan to get there.
• Phase four is the final ICT strategy report which is ready for presentation to stakeholders.

What are the benefits?

• Vital to the well-being of the organisation
• Supporting the development and creation of sustainable service lines, while reducing the cost of doing business
• Support growth for your organisation by reaching new markets and customers, and providing a platform for business innovation.
• Enabling an environment within your organisation of collaborative working and sharing of information
• Avoid unnecessary risk and cost for your organisation by avoiding vendor lock-in

See related case studies

• Cork City Council Case Study