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"This book bridges two fields that, although closely related, are often studied in isolation: enterprise modeling and information systems modeling. The principal idea is to use a standard language for modeling information systems, UML, as a catalyst and investigate its potential for modeling...

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Enterprise systems outsourcing "behind the curtain": a case study showing how rational and institutional explanations coexist and complement each other / Per Svejvig, Jan Pries-Heje -- The influence of organisational size, internal IT capabilities, and competitive and vendor pressures on ERP...

This book emphasizes the importance of validation and verification in the modernization of systems that are critical to safety, security, and economic profits. Containing integration analyses to control the evolution of legacy systems towards object oriented technologies, this publication...

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Presents the theoretical and empirical research on the business value of information technology, as well as the use of management of information technology for increasing organizational performance and gaining strategic advantages. The betterment of information technology payoff and information...

"This book holds key information in improving a CIO's role, which would then advance his/her chances of moving into a CEO role. It provides analysis within theoretical frameworks and consulting recommendations, starting with the demand side of CEO successions, specifically highlighting...

"The objectives of the proposed book are to provide techniques and tools appropriate for building application portfolios and develop strategies that increase financial performance"--Provided by publisher.

"This book provides valuable insights into the role of the CIO, his interaction within the organization and external relationships with vendors and suppliers. It emphasizes the need for balance between management and technology in the role of CIO, and focuses on this role as an expert on...