Bridging the Gap: Connecting Systems Objectives to Business Strategy with BSP

Abstract

Planning the use of computer technology is difficult for MIS managers who are unsure of how best to support business goals. And senior executives who feel that they must become experts in a technology to manage it are often reluctant to give these managers direction. A systems planning methodology such as IBM's Business Systems Planning (BSP) can bring the two together. It offers senior executives the opportunity to learn just enough to make good decisions regarding the use of expensive technology and helps the MIS manager ensure that the information systems developed further corporate objectives.

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Albert L. Lederer

Albert L. Lederer joined the faculty of the Graduate School of Business at the University of Pittsburgh in 1983 after spending 10 years in various systems positions in industry. He teaches courses in MIS and conducts research in information systems planning. He received his BA from the University of Cincinnati and his MS and PhD from Ohio State University.

Andrew G. Putnam

Andrew G. Putnam is a systems analyst/officer at Equibank in Pittsburgh, where he is responsible for creating systems specifications and coordinating the analyst and programmer development activities. He has worked in the information systems field since 1979 and has an extensive background in manufacturing and banking.