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IDC PlanScape: CIO Strategic Planning

Publisher IDC
Published Apr 14, 2025
Length 16 Pages
SKU # IDC19954096

Description

This IDC PlanScape presents a comprehensive guide for CIOs to develop and implement strategic planning in the digital enterprise. It enables organizations to navigate market turbulence, adapt rapidly to changing conditions, and orchestrate complex IT environments to deliver dynamic capabilities. In today’s volatile business landscape, strategic planning helps shift from reactive resource allocation to proactive value creation while systematically reducing technical debt.“As market volatility and technological complexity increase, CIOs must adopt an agile approach to strategic planning that extends beyond traditional annual cycles,” says Serge Findling, an adjunct research advisor with IDC’s IT Executive Programs (IEP). “Effective strategic planning requires not only aligning IT with business goals but also creating adaptable technology environments. This approach allows organizations to thrive amid constant change, reduce planning biases, and maintain a three horizons perspective that balances short-term execution with long-term vision.”

Table of Contents

16 Pages

IDC PlanScape Figure

Executive Summary

Why Is CIO Strategic Planning Important?

What Is CIO Strategic Planning?

Who Are the Key Stakeholders?

How Can My Organization Take Advantage of CIO Strategic Planning?

Agile Strategic Planning Methodologies

Scenario Planning

Federated Structure

Planning Biases Mitigation

Key Performance Indicators for CIO Strategic Planning

Strategic Alignment KPIs

Stakeholder Experience KPIs

Innovation and Transformation KPIs

Financial Performance KPIs

Operational Excellence KPIs

Risk Management KPIs

Implementation Guidelines

Advice for Technology Buyers

Related Research

Pricing

Currency Rates
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