ICT Strategy Introduction

Computer Keyboard

The purpose of this document is to define the Horsham District Council Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Strategy for the years 2003 through 2008. 

It continues to build upon the principles and activities stated in earlier strategies, and places even greater emphasis upon the key messages identified in earlier strategies all of which have relevance tol those who have responsibility for directing ICT, be they elected Members, Chief Executives, Chief Officers or other senior managers:

  1. There must be a real partnership between all those who manage, use and develop IS/IT.
  2. ICT must be an integral part of the Council’s business planning process.
  3. There must continue to be a strategic view of the way technology is applied across the organisation.
  4. The ICT organisation must continue to have real influence within the organisation.
  5. The delivery of IS/IT must offer, and be seen to offer, value for money.
  6. There must be a commitment to develop the right IS/IT skills for all employees.
  7. The risks associated with IS/IT must be properly managed.
  8. The value from IS/IT must be measured.

Moreover, the ICT Strategy creates the critical link between the Council's Corporate Plans, Central Government initiatives and Information Technology.

Click on the word docment icon (to the left below) to view this document online or on the disk icon (to the right below) to download a zipped copy to you local drive.