A Framework for Aligning Big-Data Projects with Organizational Strategy

Organizations are currently looking to adopt Big Data technology but are uncertain of the benefits it may bring to the organization and concerned with the implementation costs. This paper presents the results of testing a Strategic Framework that aims to align the Business objectives with Big Data projects. The framework is expected to help on the understanding of the value that a proposed Big Data project may bring to the Organization and reduce implementation costs. The framework was tested on a broadcasting TV station in Nigeria. The conclusions of this phase of the research are: the identification of strategic goals before implementation offered a clearer view of the benefits the proposed Big Data project can bring to the organization and helped to focus the project om answering those questions that can bring the best value. Time and implementation costs, were also reduced.