Strategic Dependence On The IT Resource: A Test Of the Strategic Control Model

Topics:
Information Technology Strategy
Tags:
Dependency,
Georgia State University,
Information Technology,
Management,
Resource,
Strategy
Source:
Georgia State University

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Overview: Using Resource Dependency Theory (RDT), this study analyzes how organizations control their information technology resources to improve organizational performance. According to RDT, organizations must manage their dependency on external organizations and limit external dependencies when resources are considered critical. The current study proposes and tests a Strategic Control Model positing that managers seek to control important, strategic resources in order to create value for the firm and to avoid dependency on external entities.

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Format: PDF | Size: 228KB | Date: Mar 2006 | Pages: 40

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