Senior managers should ensure that the processes used to develop computer-based Information systems in their organizations are efficient and effective. To do this, senior managers must plan and control the use of IS resources. Based on recent research, this article identifies the areas that suggest the lack of relevant management practices, including lack of senior management support, lack of standard systems development methods, and lack of concern for software maintenance. These potential problems are presented for both MIS and senior managers to consider if these problems exist in their organizations, to evaluate whether such findings are significant, and to take the appropriate measures to correct these problems.