
The Real World of IT Governance: Culture, Politics, People, and Transformation
Session Details
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
11:40 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Room W314A
11:40 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Room W314A
Session Type: Leadership and Management
Content Level: Intermediate
Intended Audience: Campus executives, Chief information/technology officers, IT directors and managers
Speaker(s)
- Michael Ridley, Chief Information Officer & Chief Librarian, University of Guelph
- Session convener: Sheri Thompson, IT Planning and Communications Officer, Louisiana State University
Abstract
Effective IT governance is based on strong theoretical models, but the real keys to success are understanding organizational culture and political climates and creating enduring relationships. Being able to put these insights into action will mark the difference between transformational IT governance and just another decision bureaucracy.











