Link: http://blog.opengroup.org/2011/07/28/how-strategic-planning-relates-to-enterprise-architecture/
From The Open Group Blog
Many Enterprise Architecture projects are focused at low levels but should be aligned with Strategic Corporate Planning. Enterprise Architecture is a critical discipline, one Strategic Planning mechanism to structure an enterprise. TOGAF® 9 is without doubt an effective framework for working with stakeholders through Strategic Planning and architecture work, especially for organizations who are actively transforming themselves. Continue reading 
