Identifying and developing appropriate technology planning that drives competitive advantage and provides a stable foundation in meeting future business requirements remains a challenge for organisations. A myriad of available technologies and associated strategies along with critical demands on time and resource leaves IT management facing challenges in ensuring continued readiness for future demand and continued alignment of business and IT capability.
Selecting these technologies, planning their development and selecting appropriate development vehicles to support them is critical to limiting risk. Making informed decisions in selecting internal, external or partnered and collaborative development models remains a critical focus and yet there seems to be limited outside support available from people who understand the issues and can provide ready assistance.