One function of institutional strategies is to coordinate the efforts of all parts of the structure. The flood of internal and external information with which HE now deals heightens the complexity of decision-making for managers, demanding increasing strategic thinking on their part. Information Strategies provide the framework into which tactical plans fit, and clarify the direction in which the institution is moving. An open atmosphere which encourages consultation, communication and innovation. The Information Strategy must also be a constant preoccupation of managers as its development is iterative and subject to regular review.
Good planning saves time, money and increases effectiveness.
LIS plans need to incorporate staffing, resource and technological aspects and also need to address the service's position vis a vis its various users. Marketing and promotion strategy is an important component of such plans. Finally Issues of structure and strategy are at the root of both effecting and coping with change. Remember, though, changing structures and formulating strategies require time and patience . The results will not be seen overnight and they will probably not be right first time.