Technology planning, to be effective, must be integrated into the core processes of the institution. This means policies, processes, and procedures must be aligned with systems, features and functions. Because of a misalignment and failure to optimize technology resources virtually every integrated information system goes underutilized. Institutions often cut the wrong corners, hurry at the wrong stage, or just choose the wrong products or implementation strategies. The root cause is that a systems selection and implementation is a once in a lifetime event for most academics. We provide planning and advice gleaned from many implementations and numerous evaluations of technology deployed on behalf of academic institutions. We focus on the four cornerstones of good technology utilization: the right integrated administrative strategy; the right integrated academic technology strategy; the right information infrastructure and architecture; and the right plan to tie them all together. Click here to inquire about these services.