The Alignment Illusion: Bridging Strategic Intent and Technical Reality

The Alignment IllusionWhy do so many strategies fail-even when everyone seems aligned?In The Alignment Illusion, an experienced IT and transformation leader challenges one of the most deeply rooted beliefs in modern organizations: that alignment between business, IT, and strategy is not only achievable, but the key to success.This book reveals why that assumption is often the greatest illusion of all.Organizations invest enormous time and effort into alignment-through governance structures, strategy workshops, and endless coordination. Yet despite these efforts, execution falters, transformation stalls, and real impact remains elusive.With sharp insights and practical perspectives, The Alignment Illusion explores: - Why alignment often exists only on the surface- How complexity and constant change undermine traditional management models- Why digital transformations fail despite good intentions- What leaders must do instead to create real impact and momentumThis is a wake-up call for executives, CIOs, and decision-makers who are ready to move beyond comforting illusions-and lead with clarity in an increasingly complex world.