Question 1

Identify and briefly describe two types of documentation prepared for use with internally developed software.

Accepted Answer

With internally developed software, documentation is always important. Technical documentation is written details used by computer operators to execute the program and by analysts and programmers to solve problems or modify the program. In technical documentation, the purpose of every major piece of computer code is written out and explained. Key variables are also described. User documentation is developed for the people who use the program. This type of documentation shows how the program can and should be used, in easy to understand language. Incorporating a description of the benefits of the new application into user documentation can help stakeholders understand the reasons for the program and can speed user acceptance.

Question 2

The _______________ decision is whether to purchase software from external developers or develop it in house.

Accepted Answer

make or buy

Question 3

A pilot start-up involves running the new system for one group of users while the rest of the users still run the old system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

Data conversion involves making sure that all files and databases are ready to be used with the new computer software and systems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The last of the systems implementation tasks is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  user acceptance 
B)  site preparation 
C)  testing 
D)  hardware acquisition 
A)  user acceptance 
B)  site preparation 
C)  testing 
D)  hardware acquisition

Question 6

____________________ is the process of readying managers, decision makers, employees, other users, and stakeholders for the new system

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ is the process of readying managers,...

Question 7

An advantage of buying off-the-shelf software is that you have an opportunity to assess how well it meets your needs before purchasing it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

In comparing the pros and cons of developing application software with internal resources versus buying off-the-shelf software, an advantage of off-the-shelf is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  the organization can use the software to gain a lasting competitive advantage 
B)  the lead time to implement the software is greatly shortened 
C)  the software will match the organization's needs exactly with no need for customization 
D)  none of the above 
A)  the organization can use the software to gain a lasting competitive advantage 
B)  the lead time to implement the software is greatly shortened 
C)  the software will match the organization's needs exactly with no need for customization 
D)  none of the above

Question 9

The logical design specifications that are determined and documented include output, input, process, file and database, telecommunications, procedures, controls and security, and personnel and job requirements.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The process of readying managers, decision makers, employees, stakeholders, and others for the new system is called ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  user preparation 
B)  user acceptance 
C)  start-up 
D)  installation 
A)  user preparation 
B)  user acceptance 
C)  start-up 
D)  installation

Question 11

Identify the key factors to consider when deciding whether to make or buy a new information system. Develop a table that compares the make vs. by decision using these factors.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Identify the key factors to consider when...

Question 12

Logical design involves planning the purpose of each system element, independent of hardware and software considerations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

____________________ allows businesses to subscribe to Web-delivered application software by paying a monthly service charge or per-use fee.

Accepted Answer

Software a

Question 14

In some cases, organizations decide not to install the latest software because the amount of time and money to train employees is too much.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

When a database fails, failover automatically switches applications and other programs that use the database to a redundant or replicated database so these is no interruption of service.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

A(n) ____________________ is an examination that compares computer systems operating under the same conditions.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ____________________ is an examination that compares...

Question 17

The ____________________ software development technique allows programmers to develop programs that can run on computer systems that have different hardware and operating systems.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ____________________ software development technique allows programmers...

Question 18

Software programs developed within a company have a greater potential for providing a competitive advantage because competitors cannot easily duplicate them in the short term.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A combination of tools needed for programming with a programming language in one integrated package is called ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  an integrated development environment 
B)  cross-platform development package 
C)  CASE 
D)  an object oriented approach 
A)  an integrated development environment 
B)  cross-platform development package 
C)  CASE 
D)  an object oriented approach

Question 20

In the ____________________ system cutover approach, components of the new system are slowly phased in while components of the old system ware slowly phased out.

Accepted Answer

A)  pilot start-up 
B)  phase-in 
C)  parallel start-up 
D)  direct conversion 
A)  pilot start-up 
B)  phase-in 
C)  parallel start-up 
D)  direct conversion

Identify and briefly describe two types of documentation prepared for use with internally developed software.

The _______________ decision is whether to purchase software from external developers or develop it in house.

A pilot start-up involves running the new system for one group of users while the rest of the users still run the old system.

Data conversion involves making sure that all files and databases are ready to be used with the new computer software and systems.

The last of the systems implementation tasks is ____.

____________________ is the process of readying managers, decision makers, employees, other users, and stakeholders for the new system

An advantage of buying off-the-shelf software is that you have an opportunity to assess how well it meets your needs before purchasing it.

In comparing the pros and cons of developing application software with internal resources versus buying off-the-shelf software, an advantage of off-the-shelf is ____.

The logical design specifications that are determined and documented include output, input, process, file and database, telecommunications, procedures, controls and security, and personnel and job requirements.

The process of readying managers, decision makers, employees, stakeholders, and others for the new system is called ____.

Identify the key factors to consider when deciding whether to make or buy a new information system. Develop a table that compares the make vs. by decision using these factors.

Logical design involves planning the purpose of each system element, independent of hardware and software considerations.

____________________ allows businesses to subscribe to Web-delivered application software by paying a monthly service charge or per-use fee.

In some cases, organizations decide not to install the latest software because the amount of time and money to train employees is too much.

When a database fails, failover automatically switches applications and other programs that use the database to a redundant or replicated database so these is no interruption of service.

A(n) ____________________ is an examination that compares computer systems operating under the same conditions.

The ____________________ software development technique allows programmers to develop programs that can run on computer systems that have different hardware and operating systems.

Software programs developed within a company have a greater potential for providing a competitive advantage because competitors cannot easily duplicate them in the short term.

A combination of tools needed for programming with a programming language in one integrated package is called ____.

In the ____________________ system cutover approach, components of the new system are slowly phased in while components of the old system ware slowly phased out.

An Introduction to Information Systems

Information Systems in Organizations

Hardware: Input, Processing, and Output Devices

Software: Systems and Application Software

Database Systems, Data Centers, and Business Intelligence

Telecommunications and Networks

The Internet, Web, Intranets, and Extranets

Electronic and Mobile Commerce

Enterprise Systems

Information and Decision Support Systems

Knowledge Management and Specialized Information Systems

Systems Development: Investigation and Analysis

The Personal and Social Impact of Computers

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Exam 13: Systems Development: Design, Implementation, and Review

Identify and briefly describe two types of documentation prepared for use with internally developed software.

The _______________ decision is whether to purchase software from external developers or develop it in house.

A pilot start-up involves running the new system for one group of users while the rest of the users still run the old system.

Data conversion involves making sure that all files and databases are ready to be used with the new computer software and systems.

The last of the systems implementation tasks is ____.

____________________ is the process of readying managers, decision makers, employees, other users, and stakeholders for the new system

An advantage of buying off-the-shelf software is that you have an opportunity to assess how well it meets your needs before purchasing it.

In comparing the pros and cons of developing application software with internal resources versus buying off-the-shelf software, an advantage of off-the-shelf is ____.

The logical design specifications that are determined and documented include output, input, process, file and database, telecommunications, procedures, controls and security, and personnel and job requirements.

The process of readying managers, decision makers, employees, stakeholders, and others for the new system is called ____.

Identify the key factors to consider when deciding whether to make or buy a new information system. Develop a table that compares the make vs. by decision using these factors.

Logical design involves planning the purpose of each system element, independent of hardware and software considerations.

____________________ allows businesses to subscribe to Web-delivered application software by paying a monthly service charge or per-use fee.

In some cases, organizations decide not to install the latest software because the amount of time and money to train employees is too much.

When a database fails, failover automatically switches applications and other programs that use the database to a redundant or replicated database so these is no interruption of service.

A(n) ____________________ is an examination that compares computer systems operating under the same conditions.

The ____________________ software development technique allows programmers to develop programs that can run on computer systems that have different hardware and operating systems.

Software programs developed within a company have a greater potential for providing a competitive advantage because competitors cannot easily duplicate them in the short term.

A combination of tools needed for programming with a programming language in one integrated package is called ____.

In the ____________________ system cutover approach, components of the new system are slowly phased in while components of the old system ware slowly phased out.

An Introduction to Information Systems

Information Systems in Organizations

Hardware: Input, Processing, and Output Devices

Software: Systems and Application Software

Database Systems, Data Centers, and Business Intelligence

Telecommunications and Networks

The Internet, Web, Intranets, and Extranets

Electronic and Mobile Commerce

Enterprise Systems

Information and Decision Support Systems

Knowledge Management and Specialized Information Systems

Systems Development: Investigation and Analysis

The Personal and Social Impact of Computers

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