Sometimes they perform their old function of smoothing the path from subjection to independence, as in Namibia and East Timor.

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Path 2.0 is a lovely application the function of which remains uncertain.

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The role of technology strategy is to examine the core business function that a company wants to pursue, and to determine how the path of the business will align with technology developments going forward and the business opportunities the company may take.

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For the leader of the IT function to be expected to achieve a 1.00 batting average, he or she starts pursuing a safe path over the one that may be disruptive or game-changing and help drive competitive advantage.

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