Taking on the Challenge of IT Management in a Global Business Context: The Alcan Case – Part A Harvard Case Solution & Analysis

This case describes the evolution of IT management at Alcan during the period from 2006-2007. At that time, the IT department along with IT administration function itself were experiencing an entire transformation. The case follow the Vice President of Corporate Information Technology from the time of his entrance at Alcan: his observations on his appointment to the position of Chief Information Officer, the current state of IT management and the development of his new strategic plan for IT management.

Part A presents the main attributes and challenges of IT management at Alcan up until the middle of 2006. Component B continues with elements and the primary concepts of the CIO's new strategic plan for IT management. Students are encouraged to reflect on the characteristics, implications and challenges represented by IT management in a big global organization.

Taking on the Challenge of IT Management in a Global Business Context The Alcan Case - Part A case study solution

PUBLICATION DATE: May 01, 2009 PRODUCT #: HEC020-HCB-ENG

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