Strategic Information Management: Challenges and Strategies in Managing Information Systems, Third Edition
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Strategic Information Management: Challenges and Strategies in Managing Information Systems, Third Edition

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'Strategic Information Management' has been completely up-dated to reflect the rapid changes in IT and the business environment since the publication of the second edition. Half of the readings in the book have been replaced to address current issues and the latest thinking in Information Management.

It goes without saying that Information technology has had a major impact on individuals, organizations and society over the past 50 years or so. There are few organizations that can afford to ignore IT and few individuals who would prefer to be without it. As managerial tasks become more complex, so the nature of the required
information systems (IS) changes - from structured, routine support to ad hoc, unstructured, complex enquiries at the highest levels of management.

As with the first and second editions, this third edition of 'Strategic Information Management: Challenges and strategies in managing information
systems' aims to present the many complex and inter-related issues associated with the management of information systems. The book provides a rich source of material reflecting recent thinking on the key issues facing executives in information systems management. It draws from a wide range of contemporary articles written by leading experts from North America and Europe.

'Strategic Information Management' is designed as a course text for MBA, Master's level students and senior undergraduate students taking courses in information management. It provides a wealth of information and references for researchers in addition.

This updated and revised edition of a best-selling text draws on a collection of cutting edge articles from North America and Europe for an international perspectiveCovers key strategic areas in information systems management and the latest developments in the fieldDiscussion questions are included at the end of each chapter to emphasize learning

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5 out of 5 stars Useful articles on strategic information management.......1999-09-29

STRATEGIC INFORMATION MANAGEMENT: This collection of useful articles on strategic information management is given added coherence with the introduction of an easily understood framework of Information Systems Strategy and Planning within the wider organizational and business context. In addition, lessons are reinforced by the inclusion of discussion questions at the end of each chapter; these often refer to points raised elsewhere in the book as well. The book can be read from cover-to-cover, or as a ready reference for those whose need to dip into aspects of the subject.

This comprehensive, well-structured and systematically presented book is designed as a course text for MBA, Master's and final year undergraduate students, and is strongly recommended as a helpful launch pad for researchers and doctoral students investigating key issues of strategic information management.

Robert D. Galliers is the recognized authority in the field of Information Management and is Professor of Information Management at the Warwick Business School, one of the top Management Schools in Britain. Dorothy E. Leidner is Associate Professor of Information Systems at INSEAD, France. Bernadette S.H. Baker is a Business Analyst with Virgin Direct and formerly an ESRC Management Teaching Fellow at the Warwick Business School, where she gained her doctorate pioneering work in the area of assessing Strategic Information Systems Planning Success.
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                  Your guardian angel has arrived

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                  I think anyone interested in investing in private companies or anyone who wants to understand the process of angel investing should read "Angel Financing"

                  Many wealthy investors are turning to financing small businesses due to the huge potential return. Benjamin and Margulis tell us that the angel investor who put $100,000 into Ciena Corporation saw the value of his investment grow into $285 million in three years, when the company went public. Further, knowledgeable business people can enhance the value of their angel investments through their experience, knowledge, and contacts. Unless you're extremely wealthy, this ability to add value to your investments isn't available when you invest in large publicly-traded companies.

                  Angel investing isn't for everyone. Benjamin and Margulis say angel investors expect about one-third of their investments to fail completely. Further, many bad deals out there must be avoided. So, anyone considering angel investing should have business experience. And, there must be good chemistry between the investor and the entrepreneur.

                  To help new investors ask the right questions and avoid bad investments, Benjamin and Margulis provide a detailed due diligence questionnaire which will help investors understand what questions they should ask before making an angel investment.

                  "Angel Financing" is also a good book for entrepreneurs seeking angel financing. It helps entrepreneurs answer the questions: "Is my company financeable? Am I financeable?" And, "Angel Financing" helps entrepreneurs understand the private equity market.

                  We learn that the average angel investor is 48-59 years old, has a postgraduate degree, has management experience, and, typically, invests between $25,000 and $250,000 per deal. Many angel investors are self-made millionaires with a net worth between $1 million and $10 million dollars. Eighty percent of angels have previously started a company and have small business experience.

                  Benjamin and Margulis tell us that seeking private investments from people with a net worth below $1 million, or an annual income below $200,000, isn't usually desirable. These people do not possess the discretionary income to make angel investments and are usually not classified as accredited investors. This could create legal problems for the entrepreneur if the investment fails.

                  Benjamin and Margulis point out that many of the wealthiest families and individuals have their wealth managed by conservative trusts or professional advisors. So, seeking an angel investment from an ultra-rich person may not prove successful, because the trust administrator often kills the deal because of the high risk involved.

                  Because angel investors don't need to invest, Benjamin and Margulis tell entrepreneurs to be flexible in structuring the deal to meet the investor's needs. Many entrepreneurs do not listen adequately to what potential investors are telling them.

                  "Angel Financing" contains a good appendix about private placements, discussing such things as exemptions from full securities registration under Rule 504, 505, and 506, although much of this information is also available free from the SEC.

                  Benjamin and Margulis say that entrepreneurs should expect to budget about 10% to 15% of the amount to be raised as fundraising expenses. We learn that costs of a SCOR offering average about $30,000 nationwide. (SCOR, Small Corporate Offering Registration, allows companies to raise up to $1 million and is highly state-specific. Some states encourage SCOR while other states are more hostile to it.)

                  Overall, "Angel Financing" is an excellent book for entrepreneurs and angel investors.

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