This paper defines four basic business models based on what asset rights are sold (Creators, Distributors, Landlords and Brokers) and four variations of each based on what type of assets are involved (Financial, Physical, Intangible, and Human). Using this framework, we classified the business...

As firms strive to generate value from information technology (IT), managers are increasingly aware that IT-related decisions and behaviors must be aligned with organizational performance goals. But many individuals throughout organizations make daily decisions influencing the value received...

The purpose of this paper is to define and critique the use of contingency theory in the field ofManagement Information Systems (MIS). The existence of such a theory is demonstrated through adetailed review of the MIS literature. The development of contingency theory in MIS is compared tothe...

This case describes the challenges of implementation of IT Governance in a regional New England bank experiencing explosive and very profitable growth through mergers and acquisitions. Led by the CIO the new IT governance framework and implementation go wells beyond the IT department: business...