In our research, we suggest a process theory for explaining the strategy assessment process and its effect in information systems (IS) planning. The proposed theory is derived from an analysis of practitioners and the practices they employ. Based on a multiple-case study design, we look at the IS management teams of three corporate IS departments and how they prepare for strategy development. The analysis of the projects reveals a stable pattern of activities employed by the three teams to assess their departments’ strategic positions and existing strategy. Along with this procedural understanding, our research also produces a detailed look at the outcomes of these managerial practices.

在我们的研究中，我们提出了一个过程理论来解释战略评估过程及其在信息系统 (IS) 规划中的影响。所提出的理论源自对从业者及其采用的实践的分析。基于多案例研究设计，我们研究了三个企业信息系统部门的信息系统管理团队以及他们如何为战略制定做准备。对项目的分析揭示了三个团队采用稳定的活动模式来评估其部门的战略地位和现有战略。除了对程序的理解之外，我们的研究还详细介绍了这些管理实践的结果。