For the fourth component of your course project, use the readings and assigned research from Units 7 and 8 to explore the significance of the alignment of information technology to business and the value of enterprise architectures. Consider that the approval decision for a new information system (IS) constitutes a change in the IT portfolio and that the acquisition or development of the IS constitutes part of the bridge between the as-is architecture and the to-be architecture. IT governance defines who approves a new IS and how it is approved and implemented, how the IT portfolio is managed, and how the enterprise architecture (EA) is used and updated.

Address the following in your paper:

Analyze the value of ITbusiness alignment in achieving the goals of an organization.
Assess the current strategy for aligning the IT portfolio to business performance in your organization, supported by APA citations and references.
Analyze the value of enterprise architecture in an organization.
Assess the current enterprise architecture in your organization, including the benefits and areas for improvement in the organization.
Submission Requirements

Written communication: Written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.
APA formatting: Your paper should demonstrate proper APA formatting and style. You do not need to include a cover page or abstract, but be sure to include your name, assignment title, and page number in the running head of each page. Use meaningful section headings to clarify the organization and readability of your paper.
Number of references: Include a minimum of six references from your unit readings and assigned research; the sources should be appropriately cited throughout your paper and in your reference list.
Suggested paper length: 1,500 words.
Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.