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An unmanaged computer system can stop you dead.

B Allen

    Harvard Business Review
    |October 8, 1982
    PubMed
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    Technology alone does not guarantee information system success. Senior executives must actively manage computer resources and personnel to prevent business failure.

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    Area of Science:

    • Information Systems Management
    • Business Technology Strategy

    Background:

    • Technology alone is insufficient for successful information systems.
    • Increasing technology complexity outpaces many companies' ability to adapt.
    • A shortage of trained IT personnel exacerbates existing challenges.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the critical role of executive involvement in information systems.
    • To propose strategies for managing and reorganizing computer resources.
    • To offer solutions for averting critical information system failures.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of current business technology challenges.
    • Review of information system management best practices.
    • Development of actionable recommendations for senior executives.

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    Main Results:

    • Information system success is contingent on more than just technology.
    • Active senior executive engagement is crucial for effective resource management.
    • Proactive measures can mitigate risks to information systems and business continuity.

    Conclusions:

    • Senior executives must lead information system strategy and oversight.
    • Reassessing and reorganizing computer resources is vital for survival.
    • Implementing "first aid" and long-term care plans can avert system crises.