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Aligning IT with Business – The Key to Driving Real Digital Transformation

"Too many organizations let technology dictate transformation. The real key? Aligning IT with business needs first." This principle defines the philosophy of Gary C. Crisci, a transformational IT executive with over two decades of experience at the intersection of business and technology. For organizations striving for operational excellence and scalable growth, aligning IT with business objectives isn't just important--it's essential. Want to read more? Check out my article on C-Suite Brief

Building a Technology Transformation Factory

Executive Summary: Building a Technology Transformation Factory How do you execute large-scale IT transformation with precision, consistency, and trust? Transformation isn’t about a single initiative—it’s about creating a repeatable process that enables organizations to scale change efficiently . A Technology Transformation Factory provides a structured approach to executing complex programs while ensuring alignment, transparency, and stakeholder engagement . This article is grounded in my experience leading the Application Migration Factory (AMF) at GE HealthCare , a high-stakes program that successfully migrated 1,400+ applications in just 18 months . The prologue provides context for this transformation, explaining the urgency and challenges of breaking away from GE’s corporate infrastructure. While the AMF was specific to IT divestiture, the principles behind its success are universally applicable to any large-scale IT transformation effort . Key Takeaways from This Framework:...