Well-orchestrated IT operations that support critical business processes are essential for the success of many modern companies. Therefore, it is crucial for stakeholders to understand how an organization can best leverage its IT resources and functions to achieve its business goals. To this end, an IT sourcing strategy serves as an essential tool.

This article outlines a comprehensive framework for developing such a strategy.

This article is relevant for any organization considering or reconsidering how they source IT services, including traditional outsourcing, public cloud, Software as a Service (SaaS), staff augmentation, and other delivery models.