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Strategic IT Planning in Higher Education Environments

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Title:Strategic IT Planning in Higher Education Environments (ID: EDU07185)
Author(s):Kathy Fernandes (California State University, Chico), Molly Langstaff (The University of Iowa), William Post (California State University, Chico), Phil Hill (San Francisco State University), and Ruth M. Sabean (UCLA)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/23/2007)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:

This workshop covers information technology strategic planning in higher education environments. Participants will receive an overview of different approaches to strategic planning for technology, including best practices and analyses of the advantages and disadvantages of each approach. Three case studies will be presented; each covers a different aspect of strategic planning. A hybrid approach to strategic planning will be developed using the lessons learned from these case studies. The workshop will be of interest to those engaged in any type of planning activity that involves deploying or supporting IT in large organizations.

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IT Strategic Planning for the Smaller Institution: A Lightweight Approach

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Title:IT Strategic Planning for the Smaller Institution: A Lightweight Approach (ID: EDU07302)
Author(s):Robert Renaud (Dickinson College)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/23/2007)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:

Dickinson College created an IT strategic planning process aligned with its governance structure, budget process, project management function, and personnel evaluation process. Adapted from the best practices of larger institutions, this "lightweight" approach will appeal to colleges seeking the advantages of planning while minimizing the overhead associated with this activity.

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IT Strategic Planning: Many Paths, One Destination

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Title:IT Strategic Planning: Many Paths, One Destination (ID: EDU07316)
Author(s):Debra H. Allison (Miami University), Bruce Maas (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee), Mark S. Walbert (Illinois State University), and Karen L. Goldstein (Davidson College)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/23/2007)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:

IT leaders from four universities will discuss IT strategic planning process successes and challenges. This session will explore how to succeed when an institution-wide strategic plan doesn't exist, how to involve the community, and lessons learned, as well as what's still missing from our plans.

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