Perceptual mapping of the association between IT project success and factors promoting strategic alignment

Abstract

The present research aimed at investigating the existence of associations between the factors promoting the strategic alignment of Information Technology (IT) and the success of IT projects. IT projects carried out in a public company in the Brazilian electricity sector from 2015 to 2018 were taken as the locus of the study. The research had a descriptive nature, used the quantitative method and a survey with 144 respondents from the company's business and IT areas. The key findings indicate that the success of IT projects depends on both the social dynamics between IT and business teams, as well as the intellectual/strategic alignment of IT plans, resources and priorities with the overall business objectives. This research contributes by providing insights into the aspects of strategic alignment and their influence on project success. It offers practical guidance for organizations in managing IT projects and aligning them with business objectives. While the study focuses on a specific Brazilian public company, further research is needed to validate the findings across different industries and contexts. Overall, this research enhances our understanding of the relationship between strategic alignment, IT project success, and provides a foundation for future studies in this area.