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Information, Organizations,
Processes and Control
Challenge:
Matrix Organizational
Structure
Virtual Organizational
Structure
Information, Organizations,
Processes and Control
Information, Organizations,
Processes and Control
Notes:
Information, Organizations,
Processes and Control
Information, Organizations,
Processes and Control
Notes:
Process
Operating Cycle
Management
Operational
Process
Strategic Alignment
Organization
Complex &
Global
?
Hierarchy
Simple &
Local
Entrepreneurial
Organization
Stable &
Certain
Environment
Dynamic &
Uncertain
Source: Applegate, Lynda M., Robert D. A usti n, and F. Warren McFarlan, Corporate I nformation Strategy and Management. Burr Ridge, I L:
McGraw-Hill/I rwin, 2002.
Information Requirements
Complex &
Global
+
Centralized intelligence
+
Shared intelligence
+
Simple &
Local
Local Intelligence
Stable &
Certain
Dynamic &
Uncertain
Source: Applegate, Lynda M., Robert D. A usti n, and F. Warren McFarlan, Corporate I nformation Strategy and Management. Burr Ridge, I L:
McGraw-Hill/I rwin, 2002.
Note
Challenge
Sample Organizational
Components
Sample Technology
Components
HR Systems
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Personalization
Communication Infrastructure
User Access Devices
Management Reporting
Decision Support Systems and Tools
Business Intelligence Systems
Data and Knowledge Management
Operating Process
New Product Development
Business Venturing
Source: Applegate, Lynda M., Robert D. A usti n, and F. Warren McFarlan, Corporate I nformation Strategy and Management. Burr Ridge, I L:
McGraw-Hill/I rwin, 2002.
Hierarchical Operations
Entrepreneurial Operation
Networked Operations
Big-small companies,
Precision execution and fast-cycled innovation
Operation is designed to fully exploit the power of both
people and technology whether this assets are in your
firm or in someone elses.
Technology can ensure precision and people can use the
information in real-time to deal with unforeseen problems
Precision
Execution
Hierarchy
Entrepreneurial
Fast-Cycled
Innovation
Networked
Allocate resources
Efficiency &
Integration
Hierarchy
Entrepreneurial
Learning by
Doing
Networked
Hierarchal Leadership
Entrepreneurial Leadership
Networked Leadership
Strategic Focus
& Resource Allocation
Hierarchy
Shared Culture
& Commitment
Entrepreneurial
Networked
Options
Vertical Integration
Selective Sourcing
Virtual Integration
Description
Locate all but the most routine, transaction-oriented activities inside the
firm.
Source selected activities from the outside. Traditionally, sourced activities
were controlled through short-term contracts.
Become part of a network of highly specialized, independent parties that
work together to perform, coordinate, and control value chain activities.
Basis of
Interaction
Duration of
Interaction
Level of
Business
Integration
Coordination
and Control
Information
Flow
Contract
Prior agreement governs
exchange (e.g., service contract,
lease, purchase agreement)
Usually short-term and defined
by the contract
Low to Moderate
Terms of contract define
procedures, monitoring, and
reporting
One or two way;
Scope & amount are usually
defined in the contract
Partnership
Shared goals and processes for
achieving them (e.g.,
collaborative product
development)
Usually long term and defined
by the relationship
High
Interorganizational structures,
processes, and systems;
Mutual adjustment
Two-way (interactive);
Extensive exchange of rich,
detailed information;
Dynamically changing;
Customizable
Given your current and future strategy, what is the stream that must be
accomplished to develop products and services that create value for all
stakeholders