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- 1. Section 1: PROJECT INTRODUCTION Section 1: PROJECT INTRODUCTION Project Deliverable 1: Project Plan Inception CIS 499 – Information Systems Capstone Background In the last two years, the ACME Company has experienced continued growth. This growth is expected to continue in the very near future. Specifically, the company is expected to experience a 60% growth in the next eighteen months. This rate of growth has presented new challenges for the company. It now has to redesign its information systems for the larger office space occupied. The continued growth has also highlighted the need to set up the company to deal with more data and ensure for safety and security for its clients. The ACME Company is currently valued at $25 million but is expected to experience significant growth in the future.
- 2. Type of Business The ACME Company collects data using Web analytics and combines it with operational systems data. Increasingly, businesses have appreciated the competitive edge presented by analyzing market data. However, the successful use of data in decision making is a long process that has greatly influenced the growth of information systems. Some of the major steps in this process include collecting information and interpreting its significance. This is intended to compare the external and internal environments of a business and propose better practices that would benefit as a whole. ACME based its information technology on a hybrid model where some of the systems are hosted and other in-house. This method was initially done with the goal of minimizing costs. However, a lot has changed in the business that necessitates major changes to be made. Skilled Information Systems Personnel At the moment, there are only four employees in the company dedicated to the Information Technology department. ACME has adopted a hybrid solution to information technology where much of the systems used by the company were hosted by other entities. This was believed to be part of cutting costs. As the business has continually grown, its information technology needs have expanded and redesigned to meet its current obligations. The personnel at the company will need to be trained to use any other systems introduced at the workplace. Although all the workers are trained information technology experts, it will be important to involve them in the development of the new design to facilitate its effectiveness. This is primarily intended to ensure that all the qualified personnel at the organization are well-informed about the information technology changes occurring at the workplace. Types of Data
- 3. ACME collects web analytics and combines it with operational systems data. Web analytics includes all the data that relates to the performance of a website. The continued growth of e- commerce has meant that businesses are taking their online sales more seriously. Many companies now make more revenue through their online sales. It has hence become essential to remain aware of the performance of an organization on its online platform (Clemons & Kauffman, 2011). As stated previously, the information obtained from web analytics combines with the data of the operational system. Operational systems data refers to the systems used to process information on the day-to-day activities in a work environment. The goal is to merge these types of data to assist in internal decision making. Organization’s Information Systems The company now uses a computer-based decision support system that aims to facilitate organizational decision-making activates. The operational system at ACME is a computer-based system that processes and interprets data. There are various stages and methods of obtaining, and analyzing data; especially as a result of the existing varied marketplace. Each organization's web analytics and operational systems are analyzed based on the unique nature of each workplace. The organization starts by identifying the needs of each data set, and how it should be combined with other relevant information to become valuable. The company uses hosting services for its databases. The on- site databases have limited use, and usually contains information on recent internal activities. The use of hosting services presents companies with some benefits. For example, it allows for easy and flexible access to the company’s data. The company also preferred hosted database services because it does not have to invest in its own databases. This method was presented as an option to cut operational costs. Hosted solutions have been a big boost for the company in the last two years. Analytics and Interfaces
- 4. The web analytics obtained by the company are categorized into three main classifications: web structure, content, and usage (Shmueli & Koppius, 2011). These are the three main parameters used in web analytics to assisting in internal decision making within organizations. The web has been presenting revenue and other opportunities to businesses for the last few decades. The goal is to determine what nature of web structure, content, and usage maximizes the performance of an organization. This is especially important in the field of e- commerce continually grows to dominate the modern marketplace. The information systems at the ACME Company will be connected across all three floors. There will be wires, plugs, and sockets to facilitate this interconnectedness. It will be possible to plug in authorized devices with options for simple but effective user interfaces (Shmueli & Koppius, 2011). Infrastructure and Security The system at ACME will adhere to a coherent foundation that will support responsive change, and agility in a rapidly growing company (Chen & Mocker, 2010). The system’s design will incorporate security measures that limit unauthorized access, use, disclosures, disruptions, or modifications. A detailed security management plan will be developed to define the security controls to protects the information assets at the company. All databases will require authorization before access. Some information will only be accessible by some employees. All activities that will be undertaken using the system will be monitored by the IT department. Since a hybrid solution will be used, the hosting choice will be made with the issue of security in mind. The continued growth of the business has placed more importance on responsibility and accountability on the IT department. In this case, the level of security provided by the hosting solution will have to meet the company’s benchmark. There will also be other considerations such as the ease of access, and reliable enough for the tasks at the company.
- 5. References Chen, D. Q., & Mocker, M. (2010). Information Systems Strategy: Reconceptualization, Measurement, and Implications. MIS Quarterly, 34(2), 233-259. Clemons, E. K., & Kauffman, R. J. (2011). Special Section: Competitive Strategy, Economics, and Information Systems. Journal of Management Information Systems, 27(3), 7-10. Shmueli, G., & Koppius, O. R. (2011). Predictive Analytics in Information Systems Research. MIS Quarterly, 35(3), 553-572. 1 2 Business Requirements Reference number: Document Control Change Record Date Author Version Change Reference
- 6. Reviewers Name Position Table of Contents 2Document Control 1 Business Requirements 4 1.1 Project Overview 4 1.2
- 7. Background including current process 4 1.3 Scope 4 1.3.1 Scope of Project 4 1.3.2 Constraints and Assumptions 5 1.3.3 Risks 5 1.3.4 Scope Control 5 1.3.5 Relationship to Other Systems/Projects 5 1.3.6 Definition of Terms (if applicable) 5 1 Business Requirements 1.1 Project Overview Provide a short, yet complete, overview of the project. 1.2 Background including current process Describe the background to the project, (same section may be reused in the Quality Plan) include: This project is The project goal is to
- 8. The IT role for this project is 1.3 Scope 1.3.1 Scope of Project The scope of this project includes a number of areas. For each area, there should be a corresponding strategy for incorporating these areas into the overall project. Applications In order to meet the target production date, only these applications will be implemented: Sites These sites are considered part of the implementation: Process Re-engineering Re-engineering will Customization Customizations will be limited to Interfaces the interfaces included are: Architecture Application and Technical Architecture will Conversion Only the following data and volume will be considered for conversion: Testing Testing will include only Funding
- 9. Project funding is limited to Training Training will be Education Education will include 1.3.2 Constraints and Assumptions The following constraints have been identified: The following assumptions have been made in defining the scope, objectives and approach: 1.3.3 Risks The following risks have been identified as possibly affecting the project during its progression: 1.3.4 Scope Control The control of changes to the scope identified in this document will be managed through the Change Control, with business owner representative approval for any changes that affect cost or timeline for the project. 1.3.5 Relationship to Other Systems/Projects It is the responsibility of the business unit to inform IT of other business initiatives that may impact the project. The following are known business initiatives:
- 10. 1.3.6 Definition of Terms (if applicable) List any definitions that will be used throughout the duration of the project. 5 CIS499 Information Systems Capstone Assignment 2 Project Deliverable 2: Business Requirements Due Week 4 and worth 110 points This assignment consists of two (2) sections: a business requirements document and a project plan. You must submit both sections as separate files for the completion of this assignment. Label each file name according to the section of the assignment it is written for. Additionally, you may create and / or assume all necessary assumptions needed for the completion of this assignment. Procuring quality business requirements is an important step toward the design of quality information systems. Completion of a quality requirements document allows user needs and expectations to be captured, so that infrastructure and information systems can be designed properly. Your company, which is a data-collection and analysis company that has been operating less than two (2) years, is seeking to create a repository for collected data beyond standard relational databases. Your ten (10) terabyte data warehouse is expected to grow by 20% each year. You are mindful of data warehousing best practices which will aid you immensely in your requirements gathering effort. Using the requirements document provided in the course shell, you are to speculate on the needs of the company. You must consider current and future requirements; however, assumptions should be realistic and
- 11. carefully considered. Section 1: Business Requirements Document 1.Write a four to six (4-6) page original business requirements document for the project plan using the template provided. Note: The template is provided under the Additional Resources in the Student Center tab of the online course shell. ◦Describe the project including the following: ◦Describe and define the scope of the project.. ◦Speculate as to how to control the scope.. ◦Identify possible risks, constraints, and assumptions.. ◦Describe the relationship and integration between systems and infrastructure. Note: Database and Data Warehousing, Analytics, Interfaces and Cloud Technology, and Infrastructure and Security should be considered.. ◦Speculate upon potential outsourcing or offshoring needs.. ◦◦Identify and justify the necessary resources including staffing that are necessary.. ◦Define relevant terms that will be used throughout project.. . ◦Use at least two (2) quality resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and similar Websites do not qualify as quality resources.. . Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements: •Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.. •Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.. Section 2: Revised Project Plan Use Microsoft Project to: 2.Update the project plan from
- 12. Project Deliverable 1: Project Plan Inception, with three to five (3-5) new project tasks each consisting of five to ten (5-10) sub-tasks.. The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are: •Evaluate an organization through the lens of non-IT senior management in deciding how information systems enable core and supportive business processes as well as those that interface with suppliers and customers.. •Use technology and information resources to research issues in information systems.. •Write clearly and concisely about strategic issues and practices in the information systems domain using proper writing mechanics and technical style conventions.. CIS499 Information Systems Capstone Assign ment 2 Project Deliverable 2: Business Requirements Due Week 4 and worth 110 points This assignment consists of two (2) sections: a business requirements document and a project plan. You must submit both sections as separate files for the completion of this assignment. Label each file name according to the section of the assignment it is written for. Additionally, you may create and / or assume all necessary assumptions needed for the completion of this assignment.
- 13. Procuring quality business require ments is an important step toward the design of quality information systems. Completion of a quality requirements document allows user needs and expectations to be captured, so that infrastructure and information systems can be designed properly. Your comp any, which is a data - collection and analysis company that has been operating less than two (2) years, is seeking to create a repository for collected data beyond standard relational databases. Your ten (10) terabyte data warehouse is expected to grow by 20 % each year. You are mindful of data warehousing best practices which will aid you immensely in your requirements gathering effort. Using the requirements document provided in the course shell, you are to speculate on the needs of the company. You must con sider current and future requirements; however, assumptions should be realistic and carefully considered. Section 1: Business Requirements Document 1.Write a four to six (4 - 6) page original business requirements document for the project plan using th e
- 14. template provided. Note: The template is provided under the Additional Resources in the Student Center tab of the online course shell. ? Describe the project including the following: ? Describe and define the scope of the project.. ? Speculate as to how to control the scope.. ? Identify possible risks, constraints, and assumptions.. ? Describe the relationship and integration between systems and infrastructure. Note: Database and Data Warehousing, Analytics, Interfaces and Cloud Technology, and Infrastructure and Security should be considered.. ? Speculate upon potential outsourcing or offshoring needs.. ? ? Identify and justify the necessary resources including staffing that are necessary.. ? Define relevant terms that will be used throughout project.. .
- 15. CIS499 Information Systems Capstone Assignment 2 Project Deliverable 2: Business Requirements Due Week 4 and worth 110 points This assignment consists of two (2) sections: a business requirements document and a project plan. You must submit both sections as separate files for the completion of this assignment. Label each file name according to the section of the assignment it is written for. Additionally, you may create and / or assume all necessary assumptions needed for the completion of this assignment. Procuring quality business requirements is an important step toward the design of quality information systems. Completion of a quality requirements document allows user needs and expectations to be captured, so that infrastructure and information systems can be designed properly. Your company, which is a data-collection and analysis company that has been operating less than two (2) years, is seeking to create a repository for collected data beyond standard relational databases. Your ten (10) terabyte data warehouse is expected to grow by 20% each year. You are mindful of data warehousing best practices which will aid you immensely in your requirements gathering effort. Using the requirements document provided in the course shell, you are to speculate on the needs of the company. You must consider current and future requirements; however, assumptions should be realistic and carefully considered. Section 1: Business Requirements Document 1.Write a four to six (4-6) page original business requirements
- 16. document for the project plan using the template provided. Note: The template is provided under the Additional Resources in the Student Center tab of the online course shell. ?Describe the project including the following: ?Describe and define the scope of the project.. ?Speculate as to how to control the scope.. ?Identify possible risks, constraints, and assumptions.. ?Describe the relationship and integration between systems and infrastructure. Note: Database and Data Warehousing, Analytics, Interfaces and Cloud Technology, and Infrastructure and Security should be considered.. ?Speculate upon potential outsourcing or offshoring needs.. ??Identify and justify the necessary resources including staffing that are necessary.. ?Define relevant terms that will be used throughout project.. .