The vision of ADB for its information technology (IT) services is to provide access to knowledge and information any time, any place, in support of ADB’s goals. The objectives of the information systems and technology strategy for 2004–2009 which was approved by the Board of Directors in June, are to (i) provide information systems that support ADB’s core business activities, (ii) deliver a knowledge management framework, (iii) institutionalize the partnership between ADB operations and IT, and (iv) develop IT services that are secure and reliable. To ensure that these objectives are met, an internal business sponsor will be required for each IT project, every IT investment will be based on the outcome of a business process review and proper justification, and systems will be developed with due regard to the public communications policy. The capital expenditure budget includes funds for information systems development, technology infrastructure, and IT governance.