Wk 1 – it strategic plan checklist

Imagine you are preparing for an interview with a company as an IT manager. Part of the interview process is a work sample. You must demonstrate your understanding of IT governance and IT strategic vision by analyzing Amazon’s business strategy in relation to IT governance.

Search for a recent article on Amazon’s business strategy.

Develop a 1- to 2-page checklist of the main points Amazon’s IT department should consider so IT is properly aligned to Amazon’s strategic business plan. Include relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards that would impact the business plan, such as PCI standards and SOX regulations.

Write a 1- to 2-page summary of the effectiveness of Amazon’s IT governance and how it executes it’s IT strategic vision as you understand it.

Format your citations according to APA guidelines