How Should CIOs Go About Establishing a Modernization Plan?
Most major organizations claim to have a modernization plan. Not to have one would be old fashioned. However, successful implementation of end-to-end data and business processes integration requires not only a technology architecture but also a parallel business architecture. You simply can’t have a modern business model without modern processes, software and infrastructure that are tightly integrated. The challenge for CIOs is multifaceted. First, they must grasp the competitive business context of their enterprise and understand the durable processes that drive the business versus organization structures that are perishable. Then they must be able to build a realistic multiyear modernization plan for the enterprise and establish process, data and investment governance structures with the executive team. Finally, CIOs must be able to articulate the value of the above to their business constituents continuously and with passion.
