Abstract

A Pennsylvania State University article that provides the framework of including stakeholders as a part of the strategic planning process for successful technology initiatives. The article helps identify who stakeholders are and how to include opportunities for stakeholders to participate. 

When leading an organization or community group in a change process, there are a number of approaches. For example, SWOT analysis identifies strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Needs assessments identify existing problems so that they can be addressed.