Business Strategist (IT)
びじねすすとらてじすと（あいてぃー）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A professional who plans strategies and supports implementation for corporate IT investments and system introductions.
Description
Business Strategist (IT) is a role that integrates corporate management strategies with IT strategies, promoting business process reforms and digital transformation. Responsibilities include current situation analysis, roadmap formulation, vendor selection, ROI evaluation, and execution support, as well as coordination and consensus-building with executives and on-site teams. Flexible strategy adjustments based on technological trends and market changes, along with proposal skills grounded in quantitative evaluations, are required.
Future Outlook
Demand is on an increasing trend with the acceleration of DX promotion. Expertise in areas including data utilization and AI strategies will be further required.
Personality Traits
Can respond flexibly / Has initiative / Has logical thinking / Has persuasiveness
Work Style
Career Path
Analyst → Consultant → Senior Consultant → Manager → Partner
Required Skills
Business Process Analysis / IT Strategy Planning / ROI Analysis / Supplier Selection Evaluation
Recommended Skills
Cloud Services / Communication Skills (English) / Data Analysis (BI Tools) / Facilitation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To quickly respond to technological evolution and market changes and revise strategies. |
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Analytical skills essential to logically bridge business and IT requirements. |
| Communication Skills | Required for coordination and consensus-building with executives, IT departments, and vendors. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Proactive attitude in making proposals and leading projects is required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Quantitative evaluations such as ROI and cost-benefit analysis are necessary. |
| Planning & Organization | Ability to formulate long-term IT roadmaps and project plans is important. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary to translate complex business challenges into technical solutions. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Small and Medium Enterprise Management Consultant
- IT Strategist
- PMP（Project Management Professional）
Aliases
- Digital Strategist
- IT Business Strategist
- IT Strategy Consultant
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