The separation of Children's and Adult's Services and the increasingly radical reform agenda (exemplified by Self-Directed Support) have major implications for ICT strategy. However, at a time when more and more is expected of ICT systems to support new ways of working in social care, both customers and suppliers are fragmented as never before. This Socitm Consulting briefing on ICT Strategies for Social Care explains the issues and makes practical recommendations as to ways forward, laying particular emphasis on the development of a coherent five-year strategic plan for ICT services.