Definitions
• So that we share a common understanding of terms used in this class, consult dictionaries or other authoritative resources of your choice (Wikipedia is not considered an authoritative resource) to research definitions for the following terms. For the purposes of this discussion, articles published in the Harvard Business Review, the McKinsey Quarterly, and the Sloan Management Review are considered authoritative, even though the articles may not be peer-reviewed. Peer reviewed journal articles are likewise considered authoritative.
Use the authoritative resources to provide one or more definition(s) of at least three of the following terms:
o Application portfolio.
o Best practice.
o Effectiveness.
o Environmental scan.
o Governance.
o Information system.
o Information technology.
o Mission.
o Strategic alignment.
o Strategic plan.

For each definition, identify the authoritative resource you consulted.