Explanation:
To ensure its contribution to the realization of an organization’s overall goals, the IS department should have long- and short-range plans that are consistent with the organization’s broader plans for attaining its goals. Choices A and C are objectives, and plans would be needed to delineate how each of the objectives would be achieved. Choice D could be a part of the overall plan but would be required only if hardware or software is needed to achieve the organizational goals.