IT Strategy

IT Strategy – Why It Matters 

An IT strategy defines how technology supports the business strategy and guides the development of the entire IT function. Without strategic direction, IT organisations tend to drift—reacting to urgent requests as they emerge. This often leads to chaotic operations where the loudest voice gets the most attention. A mature IT function, in contrast, anticipates needs, plans ahead, and makes informed decisions. 

The IT strategy process provides a structured way to assess the current state of IT, surface the needs of different stakeholders, and decide how limited resources should be allocated. It also helps build future capabilities and ensures that a solid IT governance model is in place to support reliable IT management. 

Collaborative strategy process  

Because IT serves many stakeholders, the strategy process must be collaborative and encourage open dialogue. Different business units and functions have different priorities, while IT must keep the technology landscape modern, cost‑efficient, and secure. 

Do you always need a separate IT strategy? It depends on factors such as the organisation’s maturity in managing business and technology, as well as the industry context. The format may vary, but what matters most is strong alignment between business and IT. 

Our approach  

Our experienced management consultants—many of whom have served as CIOs or CTOs—bring practical expertise and deep market insight. Midagon ensures that key customer roles are actively involved and applies an iterative, transparent process to create the strategy. 

We help you define an IT vision and strategy that aligns with business goals and enables the execution of your overall business strategy. Throughout the strategy work, we address measurable objectives, business value, required resources, dependencies, risks, and potential challenges.