This study looks at the previous
work that has been done on the competitive advantage that a firm gains due to
IT. Moreover, models are created to show how a firm can maintain this position
of having a competitive advantage from its competitors. Examples of big
companies like DELL and Walmart have been used to support the arguments. Abstracts
of around 648 articles have been used to determine how competitive advantage
can be sustained. This paper has made a contribution is by providing
It-dependent strategic initiatives that can greatly benefit an organization by
giving economic value.