A literature review on IT governance using systematicity and transparency framework

Abstract

Purpose

Information technology (IT) governance (ITG) is a complex concept that researchers are still exploring in many dimensions. The literature in this area has grown at a fast pace. It required a review article to make sense of the growing body of literature. This study aims to provide a comprehensive view of ITG for understanding this phenomenon.

Design/methodology/approach

The framework of systematicity and transparency is used to search, select and report relevant articles. This study synthesized the identified pool of articles by using thematic analysis, wherein each article was attached to various identified categories.

Findings

This study presents a comprehensive overview of the ITG literature space, including themes and subthemes. It highlights future research avenues and identifies gaps in the ITG area.

Research limitations/implications

Information system researchers and senior practitioners can use this literature review to overview the up-to-date ITG literature. It can also be helpful for non-information system researchers who intend to conduct multi-disciplinary research.

Originality/value

This research looks at the ITG literature space by considering up-to-date literature and a fresh perspective.

Citation

Priyadarsini, A. and Kumar, A. (2022), "A literature review on IT governance using systematicity and transparency framework", Digital Policy, Regulation and Governance, Vol. 24 No. 3, pp. 309-328. https://doi.org/10.1108/DPRG-09-2021-0114