Semester Project 1 - Requirements Document and Development Strategies

Overview

Complete the Requirements Document - Project #1 started last week.

After completing the requirements modeling, data and process modeling, and object modeling, it's time to evaluate the alternative solutions, prepare the system requirements document, and present the system requirements document to management.

Objectives

At the end of this week, you will be able to:

• Explain the differences between traditional and web-based systems development.
• Explain how Web 2.0, cloud computing, and mobile devices may affect systems development.
• Explain how to select one of the four in-house software development options.
• Explain outsourcing.
• Explain the main advantages and the unique concerns of offshoring.
• Describe the concept of Software as a Service.
• Explain how a systems analyst helps in selecting a development strategy.
• Execute the five steps in the software acquisition process.
• Describe a request for proposal (RFP) and a request for quotation (RFQ).
• Summarize the tasks involved in completing the systems analysis phase of the SDLC

Learning Activities

1. Read Module 7: Development Strategies.
2. Work through Module 7 Appliance Warehouse Case.

Assignments

1. Submit Module 7: Appliance Warehouse Case.
2. Take the Module 7 Quiz.