IT Planning 2023 Framework

This framework provides a structured approach to IT strategic planning for the 2023 financial year. It is designed to help small and mid-sized businesses align their IT capabilities with their business goals.

1. Business Alignment

• Identify key business goals for 2023
• Map current IT capabilities to strategic objectives
• Determine where technology can accelerate outcomes

2. Risk Management and Continuity

• Evaluate cybersecurity posture and data protection mechanisms
• Test and update disaster recovery plans
• Review vendor dependencies and contracts

3. Budget Planning

• Outline capital vs operational expenditure
• Forecast license renewals, hardware upgrades, and projects
• Build a contingency buffer for unexpected needs

4. Infrastructure and Modernisation

• Assess legacy systems and plan upgrades or migration
• Plan cloud adoption or hybrid infrastructure expansion
• Strengthen endpoint and mobile device management

5. Governance and Roadmap

• Set realistic timelines and owners for strategic initiatives
• Implement checkpoints and KPIs for each project
• Define reporting, risk, and escalation procedures