ABSTRACT
This chapter discusses in detail the steps to be taken in the three phases of the plan and includes guidelines for writing the plan. The three phases includes developing a strategic business plan, conducting an information resource audit and developing a strategic information systems plan. The strategic information plan consists: an information resource audit statement, an information strategy statement, an information systems architecture statement, a strategic information systems organizational statement and an information strategy implementation plan. The purpose of strategic information planning is to supplement the business plan by defining a strategy that supports the important business goals through appropriate information management activities. The strategic information planning process, however, can become a hindrance or a barrier if it is allowed to get mired in too much analysis and debate. To avoid this problem, the strategic information plan must be developed at a high level, with active participation by senior management, and in a reasonably short time.
