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Doctoral of Computer Science
Enterprise Information Systems (DCS)
Online Doctoral Computer Science Program
Entrance Cover Letter, Resume, Curriculum Vitae & Essay
Colorado Technical University (CTU)
Author: E. Rey Garcia, MPA
May 10, 2017
Rev. 3.0
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Table of Contents
Cover Letter 6
Resume 7
Curriculum Vitae 8
Entrance Essay 12
Abstract & Introduction 12
Background 13
Personal & Professional Motivation 14
Research Interests 15
Concentration Compatibility 16
Ability to Succeed 17
Applied Research Methodology & Concluding Remarks 18
Terms 19
References 20
Addendum – Copies of Official College Transcripts 21
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley 21
The University of Houston 22
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Cover Letter
Epifanio Reyes Garcia, MPA
1702 S. Airport Dr.
Weslaco, TX 78596-7206
May 9, 2017
Ms. Jolanta Stawowy, National Admissions Advisor
Graduate Admissions Department
Colorado Technical University (CTU)
4435 N Chestnut St.
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
Ms. Stawowy,
It is with much pleasure that I submit my application for the PhD studies in Computer Science
Enterprise Information Systems in the Department of Information Technology at Colorado
Technical University (CTU). Attached please find my professional Resume, Curriculum Vitae (CV),
and Essay.
I am confident that once you review my professional background in technology and academic
transcripts you will find me well prepared to dedicate the next three years to my studies in the Doctoral
program and my commitment to Colorado Technical University’s studies in Computer Science
Enterprise Information Systems.
Thank you for your time and consideration. You may contact me at 956.351.5126 or at
ereygarciatx@gmail.com.
Regards,
E. Rey Garcia, MPA
Attachments
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Resume
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Experienced IT Professional with more than 20 years’ proven results working with top management
for public, private, and nonprofit sectors.
ď‚§ Comprehensive knowledge of information technology software, hardware, and networks.
ď‚§ Academically credentialed in latest management and administrative principles.
ď‚§ Customer, citizen, and client-centric approach to delivery of service(s).
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CEO/ Sr. Consultant- RioSoft Consulting – McAllen, TX 2001–Present
Consult and develop public relations for public, private, and non-profit sectors.
Director of Information Technology, City of Weslaco – Weslaco, TX 2010–2014
Eliminated $400,000 in legacy system upkeep and established modern Enterprise Systems and
Information & Communications Technologies (ICT).
Sr. Technical Support Agent, TeleNetwork, LLC. – Austin, TX 2007–2010
Assist team leader with supervisory role, customer service, and employee motivation and team
building, and provided technical support to Frontier DSL and Fiber customers.
Documentation Supervisor & Webmaster, COSTEP - McAllen, TX 1997–2004
Supervised staff of technical writers as Project Lead role documenting Student Loan Origination &
Servicing Systems, web design, strategic planning, training, and marketing.
Webmaster: STHEA: South Texas Higher Education Authority – McAllen, TX 1997-2004
Appointed by COSTEP’s President to design and maintain the Authority’s web presence with secure
access to the Authority’s board member reports and financial audit reports following best practices
and transparency initiatives.
Webmaster: PPSLC: Panhandle Plains Student Loan Center, - Canyon, TX 1997-2004
Partnered with COSTEP to research, recommend and design corporate website based on Student
Loan and Financial Aid Federal-State standards and regulations.
Technical Writer - BISYS, Banking Information Systems – Houston, TX 1994–1996
Researched, documented and edited financial user operations and procedural manuals.
Sr. Computer Operator - Chevron Information Technology – Houston, TX 1989–1994
Subject Matter Expert in data center operations, consisting of IBM/AS400/ES9000; Tape Mount,
Tape Handling, VAX, CRAY, UNICOS, Seischrome Plotters.
EDUCATION
University of Texas – Rio Grande Valley - Edinburg, TX 2014-2016
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
University of Houston - Houston, TX 1986-1989
Bachelor of Arts (BA) – Political Science
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Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Personal Profile:
Experienced IT Professional, interpersonally skilled in top management collaboration, organizational
decision-making, financial forecasting, best practices, policies, standards, and regulations, ready to
offer clients/customers results-driven global offerings, based on solid vendor/customer partnerships,
product analysis, marketing optimization and tactics of the organization’s strategy as a whole.
DOB: April 26, 1965
Address: 1702 South Airport Drive, Weslaco, TX 78596
Country: United States of America
Mobile: 956.975.9451 / Home: 956.951.5126
Email: ereygarciatx@gmail.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ereyg
Website: www.ereygarcia.wordpress.com
Bio:
E. Rey Garcia is a recent graduate from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV), where
he successfully earned his Master of Public Administration (MPA), and led a team of graduate
researchers studying various service delivery techniques, cost saving paradigms, and the relative
efficacy of transparency for government and nonprofit organizations.
Mr. Garcia is currently seeking enrollment in Colorado Technical University’s Doctoral of Computer
Science Enterprise Information Systems Online Program. His proposed dissertation research consists
of public information analysis and providing cost-reduction solutions to both public and nonprofit
sectors through data migration from legacy Enterprise Systems to modern Cloud-Based Enterprise
Resource Planning (ERP) Systems.
Education:
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV), Edinburg-McAllen, TX 2014-2016
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science
The University of Houston (UH), Houston, TX 1985-1989
Professional Associations:
ď‚§ Texas City Management Association (TCMA) 2015-Present
ď‚§ International City Managers Association (ICMA) 2015-Present
ď‚§ Gov-Loop - Federal, State, Local Government Innovators 2010-Present
ď‚§ The University of Houston Alumni Association 1989-Present
 The University of Texas – Pan American Alumni Association 2014-2015
ď‚§ National Association of Government Web Professionals, (NAGW) 2010-2013
ď‚§ Pink Elephant IT Service Management National Conference 2011-2013
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Core Accomplishments:
1) Accomplished Master of Public Administration (MPA) - Academically and professionally
prepared to lead team of talent.
2) Developed Marketing Campaigns using print, digital and target audience social media
marketing.
3) Webmaster Lead Role, website planning, designing, and implementation of public and
nonprofit sectors.
4) Supervising Technical Writer Role documenting user manuals for Financial and Student Loans
industries.
5) Directorial Role analyzing and modernizing Legacy Enterprise Systems and eliminating
$400,000 in operational costs.
6) Lead Partnership Liaison Role, establishing standardized alliances by aligning customer-
client/vendor goals with proven results.
7) Mobilized Local Government with Online Bill Pay, City Council Meetings, and Public Safety
Reporting.
8) Implemented Open Government practices for municipality using Social Media and YouTube
for Government.
9) Established Local Government Enterprise Fiber Network and centralized all city data and
public information through virtualization and internal cloud-computing.
10) Project Lead Role researching and reporting scholarly articles for graduate Public
Administration program.
Professional Work Experience:
CEO/Sr. Consultant: RioSoft Consulting – McAllen, TX 2001–Present
Develop project roadmaps, strategies and public relations and creative solutions for public, private,
and non-profit sectors.
Director -Information Technology & Social Media: City of Weslaco – Weslaco, TX2010–2014
Led and transformed Management Information Systems (MIS) department, and eliminated $400,000
in redundant Legacy Enterprise Systems and transformed into modern Enterprise Operation.
Level II Sr. Technical Support Agent: TeleNetwork, LLC – Austin, TX 2007–2010
Assisted team leader with technical support and staff mentoring, coaching and policy, and
DSL/Fiber technical troubleshooting.
Documentation Supervisor/Webmaster & Database Administrator
COSTEP: Council for South Texas Economic Progress -McAllen, TX 1997–2004
Lead Technical Writer role documenting corporate Student Loan Origination and Servicing Systems
and marketing of financial aid, loans, grants, and scholarships, based on Federal-State standards and
regulations
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Professional Work Experience (Continued):
Webmaster: STHEA: South Texas Higher Education Authority – McAllen, TX 1997-2004
Appointed by COSTEP’s President to design and maintain the Authority’s web presence with secure
access to the Authority’s board member reports and financial audit reports following best practices
and transparency initiatives.
Webmaster: PPSLC: Panhandle Plains Student Loan Center, - Canyon, TX 1997-2004
Partnered with COSTEP to research, recommend and design corporate website based on Student
Loan and Financial Aid Federal-State standards and regulations.
Technical Writer: BISYS, Banking Information Systems – Houston, TX 1994–1996
Researched process and software development and documented and maintained, client operations
and financial user manuals.
Sr. Computer Operator: Chevron Information Technology – Houston, TX 1989–1994
Appointed as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Sr. Computer Operator role, on Enterprise datacenter
mainframe operational procedures for (Legacy SAP, IBM AS400 and ES9000).
Advance Process Skills & Knowledge:
ď‚§ Analytical & Research Oriented
ď‚§ Budget Analysis & Procurement Policies
ď‚§ Best Practices & Industry Trends
ď‚§ Customer Centric & Service Optimization
ď‚§ Diverse Interpersonal Office & Social Skills
ď‚§ Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP)
ď‚§ Federal, State, Local Government Policies & Regulations
ď‚§ Grant Writing & Proposal Development
ď‚§ Human Capital Management & Cloud Self-Services
ď‚§ Open Government & Fiscal Transparency
ď‚§ Project Framework Evaluation & Risk Management
ď‚§ Roadmapping & Strategic Goal Planning
ď‚§ Social Media & Marketing Campaign Management
ď‚§ Student Loan Origination & Servicing
ď‚§ Technical Documentation & Operational User Guide Design
Office & Technical Skills:
ď‚§ Adobe Master Collection & Creative Suite/Adobe Cloud CS5 (Photoshop, Dreamweaver,
Illustrator, Flash, Acrobat, Premier)
ď‚§ Browsers & Internet (Internet Explorer (IE), Netscape, Firefox, Opera, Safari, Microsoft Edge,
Google Chrome)
ď‚§ Cloud Computing Architecture (Front End, Back End, Central Server, Server Virtualization)
ď‚§ Computing & Virtual Desktops (Desktops Computers, Thin Clients, Virtualization)
ď‚§ Data Security Firewall & Encryption Policies (Kaspersky, Windows Firewall, McAfee, Norton)
COMPUTER SCIENCE ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEMS 11
Office & Technical Skills (Continued):
 Enterprise Resource Planning ERP – (Oracle Cloud, SAP Solutions, Microsoft Dynamics, Tyler
Technologies Incode/Munis)
ď‚§ Google Apps for Government, Education, and Private Sectors
ď‚§ Human Capital Management HCM (Oracle, SAP, Workday, NetSuite - Workforce Acquisition,
Management, Optimization)
ď‚§ Office 365 & MS Office Professional (desktop versions) for Higher Education, Local Government,
Non-Profits, and Private Sectors
ď‚§ Legacy Enterprise Systems for Datacenters (SAP/IBM/ES9000/AS400/Unix/VAX/Tape
Mount & Backups/Seischrome Plotters)
ď‚§ Marketing Campaign Design & Social Media Optimization (Google AdWords, Facebook,
Microsoft Bing)
ď‚§ Network Components (Repeaters, Bridges, HUBs, Routers, Switches, File/Data Servers, Blades,
Protocols/Policies, Peripherals)
ď‚§ Operating Systems (DOS/Windows, Mac OS, Linux)
ď‚§ Software as a Service (SaaS) (Accounting, HR, Procurement, Project Management, Services)
ď‚§ Smart Devices, Telephony Systems, & Conferencing (Tablets, Android, Windows, iOS, Nortel and
Avaya systems, Hangouts, Skype)
ď‚§ Web, Content Management, HTML, MS Expressions, Dreamweaver, FrontPage Extensions,
Cascade Style Sheets (CSS), JavaScript, Pearl/CGI, SQL, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Relational
Databases & Tables
Awards:
ď‚§ Total Quality Improvement, Chevron Information Technology, Houston, TX 1989-1994
 Outstanding Performance – Power Failure, Chevron CITC, Houston, TX 1992
 Outstanding Performance – Tape Library, Chevron CITC, Houston, TX 1992
 Scholastic Honor - History & Government – Edinburg High School, Edinburg, TX 1982-1983
Hobbies & Interests:
ď‚§ Culinary Arts, Hospitality, & Cooking Fine Cuisine
ď‚§ Poetry & Creative Writing
ď‚§ Music (Jazz, Dance, Disco, Classic, Electronic).
ď‚§ Public & Nonprofit Sector Analysis and Cost-Reduction Solutions
ď‚§ Government Technology Trends
ď‚§ Public Budgeting Analysis
ď‚§ Policy Implementation
ď‚§ Citizen Engagement through Open Government
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Entrance Essay
Author: E. Rey Garcia, MPA
Abstract & Introduction
This essay is intended for the admission to the Colorado Technical University (CTU) Online Doctoral
Program in Computer Science Enterprise Information Systems. First, I will identify both my personal
and professional motivations, highlight key accomplishments and academic achievements, advanced
training, certifications, and awards, which give me the foundation to build a solid background and a
wealth of knowledge and skills, allowing me to commit my professional life to the evolution of
technology. Second, I will apply my analytical, methodological project leadership skills to scholarly
research, using credible secondary data to quantify and measure the benefits and cost-cutting solutions
of migrating to modern cloud-based Enterprise Systems. Third, a solid background in technology in
private, public, and nonprofit sectors and a concentration compatibility make me an ideal expert in
Project Leadership Roles administering and managing professional staff, research groups, and
recommending the delivery of effective solutions to top officials, board members, management,
department heads, and professors.
The ability to succeed is driven by the continual determination to never settle for second best. With
the continual evolution of modern cloud-based technology, we have seen the shift from costly
enterprise Big Data Legacy Enterprise Systems to modern cost-effective Human Capital Management
& Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems, allowing Chief Information Officers and
Information Technology Professionals to use self-service features to access product updates and
customized solutions to their organization’s systems by using Software as a Service (SaaS) via cloud-
computing to stay current with software licensing and delivery model through subscription from
centrally hosted services.
Through research analysis and the applied methodologies of Conceptual Modeling, Literary Warrant
Analysis, Mapping Metadata, Metamodeling, and Empirical Instantiation, along with Technology
Intelligence and Financial Forecasting techniques organizations are able to delivery credible up-to-
date public information, while using cost-saving solutions for public and nonprofits on a fixed or
limited public budgets.
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Background
Technology is like our brain, if it is not maintained or updated, it becomes an infrastructure that is
outdated, lacks compatibility with other Enterprise Systems and eventually becomes obsolete. The
human brain needs continual stimulation, or it becomes a common wasteland, and ceases grow.
Charles Darwin's Theory of Evolution – with the concept of Survival of the Fittest - states that in
order for organisms to exist, they must continuously adapt to their environment. “Continued existence
of organisms that are best adapted to their environment with the extinction of others.” Darwin’s
Theory uses Natural Selection comes in the form of trait variation, differential reproduction, and
heredity and defines us as complex creatures more advantageous than the less-challenged ones.
1) Trait Variation - Our traits are our qualities that characterize us, making us unique over
other organisms. Technology is made up of different traits making each hardware or
software piece unique to serve a specific function or purpose.
2) Differential Reproduction - As complex creatures not all of us reproduce to our full
potential. Those with the stronger traits through heredity reproduce the strongest, and those
of us with lesser-traits, become the weakest. Technology that is evolutionary and adapts to
the changing demands, becomes the stronger one.
3) Heredity - Our heredity is based on the survival of our traits, based on genetics.
Technology that inherits the stronger traits, stays at the forefront of the IT industry. Genetic
variations can refer to differences between individuals or to differences between populations.
Evolutionary Technology must conform and adapt to the needs and demands of evolving
populations.
4) End-Result - The more advantageous trait becomes the more common one in the
population. The same applies to the stronger technology.
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Personal & Professional Motivation
For more than 20 years, my passion for technology has kept me focused and committed to the
evolution of the Information Technology industry. Working for private, public, and nonprofit sectors
has given me skills and knowledge to understand the policies that govern and distinguish technology
and budgets between the different sectors. I have been very lucky to personally witness the nascent
stages, development, and evolution of technology when Big Data and large scale Enterprise Systems
ran the workflow of Data Centers. My first job as a temp tape hanger for Chevron Information
Technology of Houston gave me the know-how and determination to stay current and to adapt and
evolve with the ever-changing technology. My supervisors saw my determination to learn every
process of the Data Center by seeking certification in all areas. This quickly gained me full time status
as a Lead Computer Operator supervising 20 employees. I was given the title of Subject Matter Expert
(SME) and quickly learned the workflow of the Legacy IBM ES9000, AS400, CRAY/UNIX, VAX,
Seischrome Plotters, and Tape Silos, Tape Handling, Tape Mount, Disaster Recovery and Contingency
Plan.
I am amazed at myself when I see my proudest accomplishment, my Master of Public Administration
with GPA of 3.34. When I walked the Commencement Ceremony, at that very moment, I realized
how proud I had made my mother Mrs. Aurora Villarreal, who was watching via live stream and my
father, Mr. Reyes Garcia, who was in the audience. I am a first-generation college graduate. But the
most important person was my mentor, Mr. Leonardo Olivares, who had faith in me, who pushed me
when I felt like giving up. His continual motivation has allowed me to stay focused and stay on track
with my career, fueling my determination and perseverance and tenacity.
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Research Interests
According to Computer Weekly’s analogy on the Darwinism theory of evolution applied to technology,
“All technologies have a purpose; all solve some problem.” My background in technology and my
Master of Public Administration give me the knowledge to share my skills in management and
technology and to contribute to the evolution of technology in the public sector.
Most public and nonprofit sector technology programs are mandated and governed by the Public
Budget, leaving government agencies and IT professionals with limited resources. Unlike the large-
scale government agencies which have unlimited budgets and are able to provide citizen engagement,
instant public information, with state of the art resources, such as secure data encryption, apps, cloud-
computing, and self-service options via web-mobile devices, smaller government agencies must get
creative with their budget in order to compete with the large agencies and to meet the demands of
the public.
Even the larger government agencies cannot be spending millions of dollars on running their own
Data Centers. The operational cost of Enterprise Information Systems and their maintenance is
draining IT budgets. By educating government agencies on the benefits of outsourcing and migrating
to the cloud, and making security and up-time a top priority, government agencies have the peace of
mind that their data remains secure and is managed by state of the art cloud Enterprise Systems.
Key Points of Research Interests: To run a successful Data Center, there are five key points that
inform IT professionals on better Management of Government Enterprise Information Systems:
1) To cut Operating and Maintenance Costs of Big Data and Legacy Systems.
2) To provide Open Government and Current Credible Public Information.
3) To establish Disaster Recovery and Contingency Plans with Little to No-Down-Time.
4) To provide Data Encryption and Secure User Access to public records.
5) To continuously strategize by building Roadmaps to educate and plan though the use of
Technology Intelligence and Financial Forecasting.
I would like to contribute to the information technology industry my knowledge acquired over a 20-
plus year span of transformational experiences accomplished by being a part of the evolution of
technology. My continual commitment to technology has fostered in me the obligation to share my
knowledge through scholarly research and publications.
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Concentration Compatibility
By pursuing my studies in the area of Computer Science Enterprise Information Systems, I will
contribute to the evolution of modern technology. Through shared knowledge and transparency
methods, my advanced skills can be made easily accessible through scholarly research and case studies
to researchers, Information Technology professionals, and an industry network through research,
analysis and proven solutions to private, public, and nonprofit sectors.
My experience in the industry of Information Technology, along with my graduate degree in Public
Administration, have given me the tools to analyze and apply methodologies based on empirical
findings and to focus on the disciplines that constitute and entail the learning and achievement of a
Doctoral degree in Computer Science Enterprise Information Systems from Colorado Technical
University’s exemplary studies from the Information Technology Department
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Ability to Succeed
The ability to survive is based on our ability to succeed. This is best captured by the World’s leading
philosophers, Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. The Socratic Method has allowed me to identify and distill
my tenable purpose in life. Plato’s Theory of Forms has given me the ability to learn to adapt and try
to live a fulfilling life in a changing world. Aristotle’s Theory of Universals has given us the ability to
identify the commonalities we have with others, while allowing a few to excel beyond our universals.
 The Socratic Method - “The Socratic method is defined as a form of inquiry and discussion
between individuals, based on asking and answering questions to illuminate ideas. This method is
performed by asking question after question with the purpose of seeking to expose contradictions
in one’s thoughts, guiding him/her to arrive at a solid, tenable conclusion.”
 Plato’s Theory of Forms - “This theory was created to solve two problems, one of ethics and one
of permanence and change. The ethical problem is: how can humans live a fulfilling life in an ever
changing world if everything that they hold close to them can be easily taken away?”
 Aristotle’s Theory of Universals - “A universal is a metaphysical term describing what particular
things have in common, focusing strictly characteristics or qualities.” Aristotle’s Theory of
Universals “states that universals exist only where they are instantiated (the concept that it is
impossible for a property to exist which is not had by some object).”
By following the Socratic Method, one can contribute to any given sector, leaving the legacy through
interpretations and scholarly research. By applying Plato’s Theory of Forms to technology, one can
remain current with the ever-changing evolution of technologies, adapting, conforming, and
becoming an innovator and trendsetter. By applying Aristotle’s Theory of Universals to technology,
one can isolate any commonalities the organization has with others with similar demographics,
allowing for the isolation of differences, giving one the power to change course and become a leader
and a creator of a new universal.
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Applied Research Methodology & Concluding Remarks
Through research analysis and the use of Applied Research Methodologies, one is able to use identify
five Information Technology Methodologies defined by Monash University’s Information
Technology:
1) Conceptual Modeling is used to provide a conceptual framework for a given project.
2) Literary Warrant Analysis is used to discover authoritative sources for the specification of
recordkeeping metadata, which is data describing and giving information regarding other data.
3) Mapping Metadata is defined as the “process of conceptually mapping the elements of the
Recordkeeping Metadata Schema against elements in existing "best practice" generic sets, and
elements in recordkeeping specific metadata sets is being undertaken.”
4) Metamodeling is used to highlight any inconsistencies or gaps in the framework and explores
the use of qualifiers, metadata sets, depiction of relationships, and identifies and describes
mapping schemas.
5) Empirical Instantiation is used to refine the metadata syntax and semantics, highlighting
areas for further research and exploration.
Through effective Strategic Roadmapping and organizational goal alignment, along with Technology
Intelligence and Financial Forecasting techniques, strategist are able to deliver customized cost-saving
solutions to organizations on a fixed or limited public budgets.
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Terms:
Applied Research Methodology – According to Google Online Dictionary, applied research
methodology is defined as “a form of systematic inquiry involving the practical application of science.
It accesses and uses some part of the research communities' (the academia's) accumulated theories,
knowledge, methods, and techniques, for a specific, often state-, business-, or client-driven purpose.”
Financial Forecasting – According to Google Online Dictionary, financial forecasting is defined as
“an estimate of future financial outcomes for…” an organization. “Unlike a financial plan or a budget
a financial forecast doesn't have to be used as a planning document.”
Strategic Roadmapping - According to Google Online Dictionary, strategic roadmapping is defined
as “a time-based plan that defines where a business is, where it wants to go, and how to get it there. It
is a visual representation that organizes and presents important information related to future plans.
Strategic roadmaps are a common approach to planning.”
Technology Intelligence (TI) - According to Google Online Dictionary, technology intelligence is
defined as “an activity that enables companies to identify the technological opportunities and threats
that could affect the future growth and survival of their business. It aims to capture and disseminate
the technological information needed for strategic planning and decision making.”
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References
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from http://www.computerweekly.com/feature/Darwinism-theory-of-evolution-applied-to-
technology
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from http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/research/groups/rcrg/projects/spirt/methodology.html
Monash University Information Technology
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aristotle/
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Addendum – Copies of Official College Transcripts
Official Transcripts – The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Edinburg-McAllen, Texas
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Official Transcripts – The University of Houston, Houston, Texas
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Doctoral of Computer Science Enterprise Information Systems - Colorado Technical University

  • 1. E. Rey Garcia, MPA 5/9/2017
  • 2. COMPUTER SCIENCE ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEMS 1 Intentionally Left Blank
  • 3. 2 COMPUTER SCIENCE ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEMS Doctoral of Computer Science Enterprise Information Systems (DCS) Online Doctoral Computer Science Program Entrance Cover Letter, Resume, Curriculum Vitae & Essay Colorado Technical University (CTU) Author: E. Rey Garcia, MPA May 10, 2017 Rev. 3.0
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  • 5. 4 COMPUTER SCIENCE ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEMS Table of Contents Cover Letter 6 Resume 7 Curriculum Vitae 8 Entrance Essay 12 Abstract & Introduction 12 Background 13 Personal & Professional Motivation 14 Research Interests 15 Concentration Compatibility 16 Ability to Succeed 17 Applied Research Methodology & Concluding Remarks 18 Terms 19 References 20 Addendum – Copies of Official College Transcripts 21 The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley 21 The University of Houston 22
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  • 7. 6 COMPUTER SCIENCE ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEMS Cover Letter Epifanio Reyes Garcia, MPA 1702 S. Airport Dr. Weslaco, TX 78596-7206 May 9, 2017 Ms. Jolanta Stawowy, National Admissions Advisor Graduate Admissions Department Colorado Technical University (CTU) 4435 N Chestnut St. Colorado Springs, CO 80907 Ms. Stawowy, It is with much pleasure that I submit my application for the PhD studies in Computer Science Enterprise Information Systems in the Department of Information Technology at Colorado Technical University (CTU). Attached please find my professional Resume, Curriculum Vitae (CV), and Essay. I am confident that once you review my professional background in technology and academic transcripts you will find me well prepared to dedicate the next three years to my studies in the Doctoral program and my commitment to Colorado Technical University’s studies in Computer Science Enterprise Information Systems. Thank you for your time and consideration. You may contact me at 956.351.5126 or at ereygarciatx@gmail.com. Regards, E. Rey Garcia, MPA Attachments
  • 8. COMPUTER SCIENCE ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEMS 7 Resume EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Experienced IT Professional with more than 20 years’ proven results working with top management for public, private, and nonprofit sectors. ď‚§ Comprehensive knowledge of information technology software, hardware, and networks. ď‚§ Academically credentialed in latest management and administrative principles. ď‚§ Customer, citizen, and client-centric approach to delivery of service(s). PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CEO/ Sr. Consultant- RioSoft Consulting – McAllen, TX 2001–Present Consult and develop public relations for public, private, and non-profit sectors. Director of Information Technology, City of Weslaco – Weslaco, TX 2010–2014 Eliminated $400,000 in legacy system upkeep and established modern Enterprise Systems and Information & Communications Technologies (ICT). Sr. Technical Support Agent, TeleNetwork, LLC. – Austin, TX 2007–2010 Assist team leader with supervisory role, customer service, and employee motivation and team building, and provided technical support to Frontier DSL and Fiber customers. Documentation Supervisor & Webmaster, COSTEP - McAllen, TX 1997–2004 Supervised staff of technical writers as Project Lead role documenting Student Loan Origination & Servicing Systems, web design, strategic planning, training, and marketing. Webmaster: STHEA: South Texas Higher Education Authority – McAllen, TX 1997-2004 Appointed by COSTEP’s President to design and maintain the Authority’s web presence with secure access to the Authority’s board member reports and financial audit reports following best practices and transparency initiatives. Webmaster: PPSLC: Panhandle Plains Student Loan Center, - Canyon, TX 1997-2004 Partnered with COSTEP to research, recommend and design corporate website based on Student Loan and Financial Aid Federal-State standards and regulations. Technical Writer - BISYS, Banking Information Systems – Houston, TX 1994–1996 Researched, documented and edited financial user operations and procedural manuals. Sr. Computer Operator - Chevron Information Technology – Houston, TX 1989–1994 Subject Matter Expert in data center operations, consisting of IBM/AS400/ES9000; Tape Mount, Tape Handling, VAX, CRAY, UNICOS, Seischrome Plotters. EDUCATION University of Texas – Rio Grande Valley - Edinburg, TX 2014-2016 Master of Public Administration (MPA) University of Houston - Houston, TX 1986-1989 Bachelor of Arts (BA) – Political Science
  • 9. 8 COMPUTER SCIENCE ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEMS Curriculum Vitae (CV) Personal Profile: Experienced IT Professional, interpersonally skilled in top management collaboration, organizational decision-making, financial forecasting, best practices, policies, standards, and regulations, ready to offer clients/customers results-driven global offerings, based on solid vendor/customer partnerships, product analysis, marketing optimization and tactics of the organization’s strategy as a whole. DOB: April 26, 1965 Address: 1702 South Airport Drive, Weslaco, TX 78596 Country: United States of America Mobile: 956.975.9451 / Home: 956.951.5126 Email: ereygarciatx@gmail.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ereyg Website: www.ereygarcia.wordpress.com Bio: E. Rey Garcia is a recent graduate from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV), where he successfully earned his Master of Public Administration (MPA), and led a team of graduate researchers studying various service delivery techniques, cost saving paradigms, and the relative efficacy of transparency for government and nonprofit organizations. Mr. Garcia is currently seeking enrollment in Colorado Technical University’s Doctoral of Computer Science Enterprise Information Systems Online Program. His proposed dissertation research consists of public information analysis and providing cost-reduction solutions to both public and nonprofit sectors through data migration from legacy Enterprise Systems to modern Cloud-Based Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems. Education: Master of Public Administration (MPA) The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV), Edinburg-McAllen, TX 2014-2016 Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science The University of Houston (UH), Houston, TX 1985-1989 Professional Associations: ď‚§ Texas City Management Association (TCMA) 2015-Present ď‚§ International City Managers Association (ICMA) 2015-Present ď‚§ Gov-Loop - Federal, State, Local Government Innovators 2010-Present ď‚§ The University of Houston Alumni Association 1989-Present ď‚§ The University of Texas – Pan American Alumni Association 2014-2015 ď‚§ National Association of Government Web Professionals, (NAGW) 2010-2013 ď‚§ Pink Elephant IT Service Management National Conference 2011-2013
  • 10. COMPUTER SCIENCE ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEMS 9 Core Accomplishments: 1) Accomplished Master of Public Administration (MPA) - Academically and professionally prepared to lead team of talent. 2) Developed Marketing Campaigns using print, digital and target audience social media marketing. 3) Webmaster Lead Role, website planning, designing, and implementation of public and nonprofit sectors. 4) Supervising Technical Writer Role documenting user manuals for Financial and Student Loans industries. 5) Directorial Role analyzing and modernizing Legacy Enterprise Systems and eliminating $400,000 in operational costs. 6) Lead Partnership Liaison Role, establishing standardized alliances by aligning customer- client/vendor goals with proven results. 7) Mobilized Local Government with Online Bill Pay, City Council Meetings, and Public Safety Reporting. 8) Implemented Open Government practices for municipality using Social Media and YouTube for Government. 9) Established Local Government Enterprise Fiber Network and centralized all city data and public information through virtualization and internal cloud-computing. 10) Project Lead Role researching and reporting scholarly articles for graduate Public Administration program. Professional Work Experience: CEO/Sr. Consultant: RioSoft Consulting – McAllen, TX 2001–Present Develop project roadmaps, strategies and public relations and creative solutions for public, private, and non-profit sectors. Director -Information Technology & Social Media: City of Weslaco – Weslaco, TX2010–2014 Led and transformed Management Information Systems (MIS) department, and eliminated $400,000 in redundant Legacy Enterprise Systems and transformed into modern Enterprise Operation. Level II Sr. Technical Support Agent: TeleNetwork, LLC – Austin, TX 2007–2010 Assisted team leader with technical support and staff mentoring, coaching and policy, and DSL/Fiber technical troubleshooting. Documentation Supervisor/Webmaster & Database Administrator COSTEP: Council for South Texas Economic Progress -McAllen, TX 1997–2004 Lead Technical Writer role documenting corporate Student Loan Origination and Servicing Systems and marketing of financial aid, loans, grants, and scholarships, based on Federal-State standards and regulations
  • 11. 10 COMPUTER SCIENCE ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEMS Professional Work Experience (Continued): Webmaster: STHEA: South Texas Higher Education Authority – McAllen, TX 1997-2004 Appointed by COSTEP’s President to design and maintain the Authority’s web presence with secure access to the Authority’s board member reports and financial audit reports following best practices and transparency initiatives. Webmaster: PPSLC: Panhandle Plains Student Loan Center, - Canyon, TX 1997-2004 Partnered with COSTEP to research, recommend and design corporate website based on Student Loan and Financial Aid Federal-State standards and regulations. Technical Writer: BISYS, Banking Information Systems – Houston, TX 1994–1996 Researched process and software development and documented and maintained, client operations and financial user manuals. Sr. Computer Operator: Chevron Information Technology – Houston, TX 1989–1994 Appointed as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Sr. Computer Operator role, on Enterprise datacenter mainframe operational procedures for (Legacy SAP, IBM AS400 and ES9000). Advance Process Skills & Knowledge: ď‚§ Analytical & Research Oriented ď‚§ Budget Analysis & Procurement Policies ď‚§ Best Practices & Industry Trends ď‚§ Customer Centric & Service Optimization ď‚§ Diverse Interpersonal Office & Social Skills ď‚§ Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP) ď‚§ Federal, State, Local Government Policies & Regulations ď‚§ Grant Writing & Proposal Development ď‚§ Human Capital Management & Cloud Self-Services ď‚§ Open Government & Fiscal Transparency ď‚§ Project Framework Evaluation & Risk Management ď‚§ Roadmapping & Strategic Goal Planning ď‚§ Social Media & Marketing Campaign Management ď‚§ Student Loan Origination & Servicing ď‚§ Technical Documentation & Operational User Guide Design Office & Technical Skills: ď‚§ Adobe Master Collection & Creative Suite/Adobe Cloud CS5 (Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Illustrator, Flash, Acrobat, Premier) ď‚§ Browsers & Internet (Internet Explorer (IE), Netscape, Firefox, Opera, Safari, Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome) ď‚§ Cloud Computing Architecture (Front End, Back End, Central Server, Server Virtualization) ď‚§ Computing & Virtual Desktops (Desktops Computers, Thin Clients, Virtualization) ď‚§ Data Security Firewall & Encryption Policies (Kaspersky, Windows Firewall, McAfee, Norton)
  • 12. COMPUTER SCIENCE ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEMS 11 Office & Technical Skills (Continued): ď‚§ Enterprise Resource Planning ERP – (Oracle Cloud, SAP Solutions, Microsoft Dynamics, Tyler Technologies Incode/Munis) ď‚§ Google Apps for Government, Education, and Private Sectors ď‚§ Human Capital Management HCM (Oracle, SAP, Workday, NetSuite - Workforce Acquisition, Management, Optimization) ď‚§ Office 365 & MS Office Professional (desktop versions) for Higher Education, Local Government, Non-Profits, and Private Sectors ď‚§ Legacy Enterprise Systems for Datacenters (SAP/IBM/ES9000/AS400/Unix/VAX/Tape Mount & Backups/Seischrome Plotters) ď‚§ Marketing Campaign Design & Social Media Optimization (Google AdWords, Facebook, Microsoft Bing) ď‚§ Network Components (Repeaters, Bridges, HUBs, Routers, Switches, File/Data Servers, Blades, Protocols/Policies, Peripherals) ď‚§ Operating Systems (DOS/Windows, Mac OS, Linux) ď‚§ Software as a Service (SaaS) (Accounting, HR, Procurement, Project Management, Services) ď‚§ Smart Devices, Telephony Systems, & Conferencing (Tablets, Android, Windows, iOS, Nortel and Avaya systems, Hangouts, Skype) ď‚§ Web, Content Management, HTML, MS Expressions, Dreamweaver, FrontPage Extensions, Cascade Style Sheets (CSS), JavaScript, Pearl/CGI, SQL, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Relational Databases & Tables Awards: ď‚§ Total Quality Improvement, Chevron Information Technology, Houston, TX 1989-1994 ď‚§ Outstanding Performance – Power Failure, Chevron CITC, Houston, TX 1992 ď‚§ Outstanding Performance – Tape Library, Chevron CITC, Houston, TX 1992 ď‚§ Scholastic Honor - History & Government – Edinburg High School, Edinburg, TX 1982-1983 Hobbies & Interests: ď‚§ Culinary Arts, Hospitality, & Cooking Fine Cuisine ď‚§ Poetry & Creative Writing ď‚§ Music (Jazz, Dance, Disco, Classic, Electronic). ď‚§ Public & Nonprofit Sector Analysis and Cost-Reduction Solutions ď‚§ Government Technology Trends ď‚§ Public Budgeting Analysis ď‚§ Policy Implementation ď‚§ Citizen Engagement through Open Government
  • 13. 12 COMPUTER SCIENCE ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEMS Entrance Essay Author: E. Rey Garcia, MPA Abstract & Introduction This essay is intended for the admission to the Colorado Technical University (CTU) Online Doctoral Program in Computer Science Enterprise Information Systems. First, I will identify both my personal and professional motivations, highlight key accomplishments and academic achievements, advanced training, certifications, and awards, which give me the foundation to build a solid background and a wealth of knowledge and skills, allowing me to commit my professional life to the evolution of technology. Second, I will apply my analytical, methodological project leadership skills to scholarly research, using credible secondary data to quantify and measure the benefits and cost-cutting solutions of migrating to modern cloud-based Enterprise Systems. Third, a solid background in technology in private, public, and nonprofit sectors and a concentration compatibility make me an ideal expert in Project Leadership Roles administering and managing professional staff, research groups, and recommending the delivery of effective solutions to top officials, board members, management, department heads, and professors. The ability to succeed is driven by the continual determination to never settle for second best. With the continual evolution of modern cloud-based technology, we have seen the shift from costly enterprise Big Data Legacy Enterprise Systems to modern cost-effective Human Capital Management & Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems, allowing Chief Information Officers and Information Technology Professionals to use self-service features to access product updates and customized solutions to their organization’s systems by using Software as a Service (SaaS) via cloud- computing to stay current with software licensing and delivery model through subscription from centrally hosted services. Through research analysis and the applied methodologies of Conceptual Modeling, Literary Warrant Analysis, Mapping Metadata, Metamodeling, and Empirical Instantiation, along with Technology Intelligence and Financial Forecasting techniques organizations are able to delivery credible up-to- date public information, while using cost-saving solutions for public and nonprofits on a fixed or limited public budgets.
  • 14. COMPUTER SCIENCE ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEMS 13 Background Technology is like our brain, if it is not maintained or updated, it becomes an infrastructure that is outdated, lacks compatibility with other Enterprise Systems and eventually becomes obsolete. The human brain needs continual stimulation, or it becomes a common wasteland, and ceases grow. Charles Darwin's Theory of Evolution – with the concept of Survival of the Fittest - states that in order for organisms to exist, they must continuously adapt to their environment. “Continued existence of organisms that are best adapted to their environment with the extinction of others.” Darwin’s Theory uses Natural Selection comes in the form of trait variation, differential reproduction, and heredity and defines us as complex creatures more advantageous than the less-challenged ones. 1) Trait Variation - Our traits are our qualities that characterize us, making us unique over other organisms. Technology is made up of different traits making each hardware or software piece unique to serve a specific function or purpose. 2) Differential Reproduction - As complex creatures not all of us reproduce to our full potential. Those with the stronger traits through heredity reproduce the strongest, and those of us with lesser-traits, become the weakest. Technology that is evolutionary and adapts to the changing demands, becomes the stronger one. 3) Heredity - Our heredity is based on the survival of our traits, based on genetics. Technology that inherits the stronger traits, stays at the forefront of the IT industry. Genetic variations can refer to differences between individuals or to differences between populations. Evolutionary Technology must conform and adapt to the needs and demands of evolving populations. 4) End-Result - The more advantageous trait becomes the more common one in the population. The same applies to the stronger technology.
  • 15. 14 COMPUTER SCIENCE ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEMS Personal & Professional Motivation For more than 20 years, my passion for technology has kept me focused and committed to the evolution of the Information Technology industry. Working for private, public, and nonprofit sectors has given me skills and knowledge to understand the policies that govern and distinguish technology and budgets between the different sectors. I have been very lucky to personally witness the nascent stages, development, and evolution of technology when Big Data and large scale Enterprise Systems ran the workflow of Data Centers. My first job as a temp tape hanger for Chevron Information Technology of Houston gave me the know-how and determination to stay current and to adapt and evolve with the ever-changing technology. My supervisors saw my determination to learn every process of the Data Center by seeking certification in all areas. This quickly gained me full time status as a Lead Computer Operator supervising 20 employees. I was given the title of Subject Matter Expert (SME) and quickly learned the workflow of the Legacy IBM ES9000, AS400, CRAY/UNIX, VAX, Seischrome Plotters, and Tape Silos, Tape Handling, Tape Mount, Disaster Recovery and Contingency Plan. I am amazed at myself when I see my proudest accomplishment, my Master of Public Administration with GPA of 3.34. When I walked the Commencement Ceremony, at that very moment, I realized how proud I had made my mother Mrs. Aurora Villarreal, who was watching via live stream and my father, Mr. Reyes Garcia, who was in the audience. I am a first-generation college graduate. But the most important person was my mentor, Mr. Leonardo Olivares, who had faith in me, who pushed me when I felt like giving up. His continual motivation has allowed me to stay focused and stay on track with my career, fueling my determination and perseverance and tenacity.
  • 16. COMPUTER SCIENCE ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEMS 15 Research Interests According to Computer Weekly’s analogy on the Darwinism theory of evolution applied to technology, “All technologies have a purpose; all solve some problem.” My background in technology and my Master of Public Administration give me the knowledge to share my skills in management and technology and to contribute to the evolution of technology in the public sector. Most public and nonprofit sector technology programs are mandated and governed by the Public Budget, leaving government agencies and IT professionals with limited resources. Unlike the large- scale government agencies which have unlimited budgets and are able to provide citizen engagement, instant public information, with state of the art resources, such as secure data encryption, apps, cloud- computing, and self-service options via web-mobile devices, smaller government agencies must get creative with their budget in order to compete with the large agencies and to meet the demands of the public. Even the larger government agencies cannot be spending millions of dollars on running their own Data Centers. The operational cost of Enterprise Information Systems and their maintenance is draining IT budgets. By educating government agencies on the benefits of outsourcing and migrating to the cloud, and making security and up-time a top priority, government agencies have the peace of mind that their data remains secure and is managed by state of the art cloud Enterprise Systems. Key Points of Research Interests: To run a successful Data Center, there are five key points that inform IT professionals on better Management of Government Enterprise Information Systems: 1) To cut Operating and Maintenance Costs of Big Data and Legacy Systems. 2) To provide Open Government and Current Credible Public Information. 3) To establish Disaster Recovery and Contingency Plans with Little to No-Down-Time. 4) To provide Data Encryption and Secure User Access to public records. 5) To continuously strategize by building Roadmaps to educate and plan though the use of Technology Intelligence and Financial Forecasting. I would like to contribute to the information technology industry my knowledge acquired over a 20- plus year span of transformational experiences accomplished by being a part of the evolution of technology. My continual commitment to technology has fostered in me the obligation to share my knowledge through scholarly research and publications.
  • 17. 16 COMPUTER SCIENCE ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEMS Concentration Compatibility By pursuing my studies in the area of Computer Science Enterprise Information Systems, I will contribute to the evolution of modern technology. Through shared knowledge and transparency methods, my advanced skills can be made easily accessible through scholarly research and case studies to researchers, Information Technology professionals, and an industry network through research, analysis and proven solutions to private, public, and nonprofit sectors. My experience in the industry of Information Technology, along with my graduate degree in Public Administration, have given me the tools to analyze and apply methodologies based on empirical findings and to focus on the disciplines that constitute and entail the learning and achievement of a Doctoral degree in Computer Science Enterprise Information Systems from Colorado Technical University’s exemplary studies from the Information Technology Department
  • 18. COMPUTER SCIENCE ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEMS 17 Ability to Succeed The ability to survive is based on our ability to succeed. This is best captured by the World’s leading philosophers, Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. The Socratic Method has allowed me to identify and distill my tenable purpose in life. Plato’s Theory of Forms has given me the ability to learn to adapt and try to live a fulfilling life in a changing world. Aristotle’s Theory of Universals has given us the ability to identify the commonalities we have with others, while allowing a few to excel beyond our universals. ď‚§ The Socratic Method - “The Socratic method is defined as a form of inquiry and discussion between individuals, based on asking and answering questions to illuminate ideas. This method is performed by asking question after question with the purpose of seeking to expose contradictions in one’s thoughts, guiding him/her to arrive at a solid, tenable conclusion.” ď‚§ Plato’s Theory of Forms - “This theory was created to solve two problems, one of ethics and one of permanence and change. The ethical problem is: how can humans live a fulfilling life in an ever changing world if everything that they hold close to them can be easily taken away?” ď‚§ Aristotle’s Theory of Universals - “A universal is a metaphysical term describing what particular things have in common, focusing strictly characteristics or qualities.” Aristotle’s Theory of Universals “states that universals exist only where they are instantiated (the concept that it is impossible for a property to exist which is not had by some object).” By following the Socratic Method, one can contribute to any given sector, leaving the legacy through interpretations and scholarly research. By applying Plato’s Theory of Forms to technology, one can remain current with the ever-changing evolution of technologies, adapting, conforming, and becoming an innovator and trendsetter. By applying Aristotle’s Theory of Universals to technology, one can isolate any commonalities the organization has with others with similar demographics, allowing for the isolation of differences, giving one the power to change course and become a leader and a creator of a new universal.
  • 19. 18 COMPUTER SCIENCE ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEMS Applied Research Methodology & Concluding Remarks Through research analysis and the use of Applied Research Methodologies, one is able to use identify five Information Technology Methodologies defined by Monash University’s Information Technology: 1) Conceptual Modeling is used to provide a conceptual framework for a given project. 2) Literary Warrant Analysis is used to discover authoritative sources for the specification of recordkeeping metadata, which is data describing and giving information regarding other data. 3) Mapping Metadata is defined as the “process of conceptually mapping the elements of the Recordkeeping Metadata Schema against elements in existing "best practice" generic sets, and elements in recordkeeping specific metadata sets is being undertaken.” 4) Metamodeling is used to highlight any inconsistencies or gaps in the framework and explores the use of qualifiers, metadata sets, depiction of relationships, and identifies and describes mapping schemas. 5) Empirical Instantiation is used to refine the metadata syntax and semantics, highlighting areas for further research and exploration. Through effective Strategic Roadmapping and organizational goal alignment, along with Technology Intelligence and Financial Forecasting techniques, strategist are able to deliver customized cost-saving solutions to organizations on a fixed or limited public budgets.
  • 20. COMPUTER SCIENCE ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEMS 19 Terms: Applied Research Methodology – According to Google Online Dictionary, applied research methodology is defined as “a form of systematic inquiry involving the practical application of science. It accesses and uses some part of the research communities' (the academia's) accumulated theories, knowledge, methods, and techniques, for a specific, often state-, business-, or client-driven purpose.” Financial Forecasting – According to Google Online Dictionary, financial forecasting is defined as “an estimate of future financial outcomes for…” an organization. “Unlike a financial plan or a budget a financial forecast doesn't have to be used as a planning document.” Strategic Roadmapping - According to Google Online Dictionary, strategic roadmapping is defined as “a time-based plan that defines where a business is, where it wants to go, and how to get it there. It is a visual representation that organizes and presents important information related to future plans. Strategic roadmaps are a common approach to planning.” Technology Intelligence (TI) - According to Google Online Dictionary, technology intelligence is defined as “an activity that enables companies to identify the technological opportunities and threats that could affect the future growth and survival of their business. It aims to capture and disseminate the technological information needed for strategic planning and decision making.”
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