Patterns in Information Systems Portfolio Prioritization: Evidence from Decision Tree Induction

Some firms adopt dual (IS-conservative-like and IS innovator-like) strategies. The behavior of firms that adopt a dual IS strategy is associated with the following characteristics: they (1) adhere to dual goals with a simultaneous emphasis on efficiency improvements and cautious exploration of new opportunities, (2) adopt a relatively formal decision-making structure, and (3) are inherently risk averse. Dual goals are likely to exert a conflicting influence on the behavior of firms that adopt both IS conservativeand IS innovator-like strategies.