What is a Technology Plan A technology plan is a specific type of strategy plan that lets an organization know where they are now and where they want to be some time in the future with regard to the technology and infrastructure in their organization. It often consists of the following sections. 1.0 Mission, vision statement A mission statement describes the overall purpose of the organization. A vision statement describes what the organization stands for, what it believes in, and why it exists. It describes a desired outcome, invoking a vivid mental picture of the company's goal. 2.0 Needs assessment A needs assessment is a systematic exploration of the way things are and the way they should be. These things are usually associated with organizational and/or individual performance. A most popular approach to Needs Assessment is a SWOT Analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats) A needs assessment describes: current uses of technology and integration of technology with an organization's requirements, identifying types of applications, knowledge assessment, training needs, current hardware and software and needs for enhancements, determination of information requirements and determination of methods to monitor performance and modify. 3.0 Estimate Cost 4.0 Priority Setting 5.0 Estimate Schedule 6.0 Performance Monitoring Examples of Technology Goal Statements In order for technology to be effective, it must be tied to leadership, core visions, professional development, time, and assessment. The following goals are statement of ways with regard to its use of technology: 1. To improve HOA performance through the integration of HOA activities(finance, operations, governance, activities and communication) and technology 2. Improve administrative efficiency using technology 3. Create an interactive partnership between members, community manager, trustees, and. business partners. Objectives (measurable and observable) The objectives are tied to the missionand vision statements. Each goal has objectives and indicators. The objectives state in specific and measurable terms what must be accomplished in order to reach the larger goal. What should be included in a Technology Plan: Video 1. Monitor in Board Room Z. Monitor in Arts & Crafts Room 3. Replace Monitor in Grande Room with Wall Mounted Unit 4. Security Cameras S. Security Lighting Audio 1. Blue Tooth capability for Wall Mounted Speakers 2. Reconfigure Building PA System for better access 3 Music Service 4. PortabieSoundSystem 5. Coordination of Grande Room PA Syste and Building System Computer/Internet 1. Laptop for Public Access 2. Computer In Board Room 3. VGEMWëbsite 4. Server based Network 5. Facbook Page 6. Photo-Gallery 7. Connectivity of homes to Clubhouse Network Telephone 1. Reduce number of lines 2. High- Quality Conference Phone 3. Video Conferencing Data Document storage and Retrieval I. Convert Owner Files to-electronic Media• 2. Community Data Bases 3. Other Smart Thermostats I. Smart Lighting 2. Smart Locks 3. 4. Technology Training for membership SecuritySystem S. Fire Alarm System 6.