ITsammenheng

ITsammenheng is a term used in Norwegian and Danish to refer to the broader context in which information technology is discussed, adopted, and managed. It describes how IT fits with organizational goals, processes, people, and external requirements. The concept emphasizes that technology decisions cannot be isolated from business strategy, legal frameworks, and social considerations.

The scope of ITsammenheng includes governance and management structures, strategic alignment, risk and security considerations, data governance, privacy and compliance, interoperability and integration, procurement and budgeting, and project execution. In practice, ITsammenheng guides how stakeholders communicate about technology projects and how IT capabilities enable or constrain operations.

Examples of ITsammenheng appear in various settings. In a corporate plan, it would connect IT investments to productivity, customer experience, and compliance with data protection rules. In a public sector context, it would cover how IT systems support service delivery, transparency, and resilience against cyber threats. In education, it helps students understand how IT influences workflows and decision making.

Relation to frameworks: ITsammenheng is not a formal framework but a descriptive notion used to place IT decisions in a broader context. It intersects with concepts such as IT governance, enterprise architecture, digital transformation, and risk management, and it supports stakeholder analysis and communication across units.