The Journal of Strategic Information Systems (JSIS) has been an international outlet for Information
Systems research that focuses on strategic issues since 1991. This paper reports on
an analysis of the research published in JSIS to date. The paper presents a preliminary classification
system for research topics related to Strategic Information Systems into which all
316 JSIS research papers as at end 2009 are classified. Discussion on changing emphases in
topics over time is provided, in the context of the editorial philosophy of the journal. The
paper seeks to stimulate discussion on future directions for research in Strategic Information
Systems.