STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT BETWEEN INFORMATION SYSTEM AND BUSINESS STRATEGY AS PERFORMANCE FACTORS; A REVIEW OF LITERATURE

Abstract

The subject of information system (IS) strategic alignment is being widely researched; those factors affecting its placement have not been adequately addressed. How information system technology can help improve firm performance is an important research issue in information systems research and a point of concern for top management. This paper intends to review existing literature, analyses the arguments on the issues of the alignment of Information system (IS) with business strategy in order to enhance business or organizational performance. Various approaches and models to achieve this alignment have been postulated and factors affecting alignment of IS where all reviewed to establish a common ground and differences across the journal papers analyzed. This was achieved through a systematic review beginning with literature search on multiple keywords which includes Management information system, strategic alignment, business or organization strategy and performance, paper selection criteria was then used to select appropriate papers. About 47 papers spread across 26 journals where used in the analysis. Resulted are summarized with the aid of simple descriptive statistics. The findings will provide a clear direction on the strategic importance of management information system as a tool for modern business design and expansion. This will benefit both academics and practice as a model for sustainable business development.