Strategic Planning

Answer the following questions in a paper using APA format:

1. What role does strategic planning play in IS/IT investments? Is this something that can be easily adjusted when necessary? Why or why not? Who is in control of the strategic planning function within an organization? What is the role of organizational culture, if any? Who is in control of the organization culture? Do you have personal experiences with this issue? If so, elaborate.
2. Discuss how you would gather data about an organization’s internal processes and operations. Identify specific tools or techniques you might apply to gain useful insight.
3. Case Study (discuss the case and answer questions at end of case): “Jobs vs. Cook” (p. 59 of text)

Your paper should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards. Please include citations to support your ideas.