Books On Tech Strategy: “Technology Strategy Patterns: Architecture as Strategy,” by Eben Hewitt (O’Reilly Media, 2018) “Information technology governance and strategy” , by Orlando Tuzzolo (Editora Senac São Paulo, 2019)
“Information Technology Management: support and innovation for digital transformation,” by Manoel Veras (Brasport, 2019)
Table of Contents
Tech Strategy Framework
Strategic Problem → Book Mapping
| Strategic Problem | What Leaders Need in 2026 | Best Book |
|---|---|---|
| AI Competitive Advantage | Governance, incentives, decision control | Supremacy |
| AI at Enterprise Scale | Strategy + accountability models | AI-First Strategy |
| Platform & Network Growth | Liquidity, adoption, trust | The Cold Start Problem |
| Product Adoption | Crossing early adopters to mainstream | Crossing the Chasm |
| Digital Transformation | Execution at scale | Digital Transformation |
| Geopolitical Tech Risk | Supply-chain & national strategy | Chip War |
“Management Oriented Technology,” by Paige Baltzan (McGraw Hill Brasil, 2016).
“Strategic management of information technology,” by Andre Bittencourt do Valle (Editora FGV, 2015)
“ Information technology: planning and management,” by Paulo Rogério Fiona (Editora Atlas, 2013).
A New Framework for Tech Strategy Reading (Original)
Instead of ranking books, we classify them by strategic problem:
| Strategic Problem | Why It Matters in 2026 |
|---|---|
| AI Competitive Advantage | AI determines market leadership |
| Platform & Network Scaling | Growth depends on ecosystems |
| Digital Transformation | Legacy firms still struggle |
| Geopolitical Tech Power | Supply chains & regulation affect strategy |
Tech Strategy Books by Primary Focus (2026)
| Category | Core Focus | Representative Titles |
|---|---|---|
| AI Strategy & Competition | Navigating generative AI & competitive dynamics | Supremacy |
| AI-Integrated Corporate Strategy | Strategic application of AI across the enterprise | AI-First Strategy |
| Disruption & Innovation Strategy | Crossing adoption chasms + network effects | Crossing the Chasm, Cold Start Problem |
| Geopolitics & National Tech Strategy | Strategic national planning + tech power | Chip War, Chokepoints |
| Digital Transformation | Large-scale transformation frameworks | State of Tech 2026, Digital Transformation |
Postgraduate in Tech Strategy At the FIA
If you are interested and want to become a tech strategist, the best way is to do a postgraduate degree in tech strategy at the FIA.
The course is 100% online and lasts for two semesters. Its curriculum consists of three principal axes of content: the strategic imperative of innovation, the technological architecture of connected businesses, and strategic management.
The methodology includes video lessons, practical applications, and complementary materials.Plus, you have excellent networking opportunities by sharing assignments with classmates.
How to Choose the Right Tech Strategy Book (2026)
| Your Role | Strategic Need | Start With |
|---|---|---|
| Founder | Competitive positioning | Supremacy |
| CTO | AI governance | AI-First Strategy |
| Product Leader | Adoption & scale | Crossing the Chasm |
| Enterprise Exec | Transformation | Digital Transformation |
| Policy / Strategy | Macro tech power | Chip War |
Role-Based Book Selection
| Role | Strategic Priority | Recommended Book |
|---|---|---|
| Founder | Market dominance | Supremacy |
| CTO | AI governance | AI-First Strategy |
| Product Manager | Adoption & scale | Crossing the Chasm |
| Platform Lead | Network growth | Cold Start Problem |
| Enterprise Executive | Transformation | Digital Transformation |
| Policy / Strategy Head | Tech power dynamics | Chip War |
Examples Of Course Subjects
Strategy for hyperconnected businesses: taught by the vice president of Innovation and Digital Transformation at Tecnica, Romeo Busarello. It seeks to identify the latest trends in the exponential industry and understand how exponential technologies can help organizations achieve their goals and how they can be a threat
Disruptive technologies: taught by I2AI Brasil co-founder Alexandre del Rey, it aims to analyze the impacts of future-bearing technologies on business, whether in operations, in the relationship with the production chain, or with end customers
Digital transformation in business, society, and politics: taught by the advisor of the Brazilian Licensing Association (ABRAL), Marco Antonio da Costa Sabino, it deals in depth with the vectors that make up Digital Transformation, seen as a social and technical phenomenon
Leadership, culture, and high performance: taught by the coordinator of the Program of Studies in People Management PROGEP/FIA, Joel Souza Dutra, brings the fundamentals of organizational dynamics with a focus on nurturing a culture of change and innovation within companies
Strategic Innovation Management: taught by executive Bjorn Werner, discusses innovation typologies, the evolution of value generation paradigms, and tools that can facilitate organizational understanding and adaptation to social changes
Featuring: Taught by journalist, professor, and researcher Andrea Greca Krueger, discusses how new technologies, global events, and big business ideas can shape the future of society
Business networks, complexity, and systems are thinking: taught by consultant and professor Marcos Telles, it presents ways of applying systems thinking in the management practice of organizations that operate in highly competitive and integrated environments.
We hope that the concept of tech strategy has become clear and that you have gained perspective on the potential of this career in today’s market. Increasingly, companies will seek tech strategists to adapt their technology to new challenges and market changes.
Final Takeaway
The best books on tech strategy in 2026 are not purely about technology — they combine strategic governance, competitive positioning, innovation frameworks, and real business outcomes. Combining classics (Crossing the Chasm) with emergent strategy thinking (AI-First Strategy, Supremacy) gives leaders a full spectrum strategic toolkit.
If you are in this select group of professionals, you have a great chance of evolving side by side with future technological solutions. Remember that, with the FIA postgraduate course in tech strategy, you will leave the class with valuable networking and a background recognized by the major players in the market.
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