Exam 13: Accounting System Development

Match the SDLC phase to the appropriate definition. A)In this phase, the models are transformed into software programming code, which is then tested. B)Operate the new system as users enter data, execute processing, and generate reports. C)Models for the current system, such as database models and business process models, are studied to determine modifications required. D)Based on your system analysis, design new system models. E)Identify the problem, need, or opportunity that a new system would address. F)Deliver the new system, including hardware and software. -Analyze

Match the SDLC phase to the appropriate definition. A)In this phase, the models are transformed into software programming code, which is then tested. B)Operate the new system as users enter data, execute processing, and generate reports. C)Models for the current system, such as database models and business process models, are studied to determine modifications required. D)Based on your system analysis, design new system models. E)Identify the problem, need, or opportunity that a new system would address. F)Deliver the new system, including hardware and software. -Plan

The project schedule is defined in which phase of the SDLC?

Initial project feasibility analysis is usually summarized in a one-page document consisting of three sections: Issue/Opportunity, Rationale, and Cost.

Economic feasibility assesses the probability of successful implementation and use of the new system, including any legal considerations.

In the ________ phase of the SDLC, user requirements for the new system are collected.

Design feasibility includes operational, economic, technical, schedule, cultural, and risk feasibility of the proposed IT architecture for the new system.

How many times does the deploy phase occur in the ABC methodology of software development?

Match the category in Weatherbe's PIECES framework with the appropriate definition. A)A problem that relates to security of the system B)A problem that impacts business operations C)A problem that relates to system problems, such as system availability D)A problem that impacts revenues (benefits)or costs E)A problem that relates to confidentiality, integrity (accuracy and completeness), or availability of data F)A problem that pertains to the proficiency of the current system -Control problem

How many times does the design phase occur in the ABC methodology of software development?

Match the SDLC phase to the appropriate definition. A)In this phase, the models are transformed into software programming code, which is then tested. B)Operate the new system as users enter data, execute processing, and generate reports. C)Models for the current system, such as database models and business process models, are studied to determine modifications required. D)Based on your system analysis, design new system models. E)Identify the problem, need, or opportunity that a new system would address. F)Deliver the new system, including hardware and software. -Deploy

Why do accountants need to know about the processes IT professionals use for system development?

What are the basic steps in the ABC methodology?

In which phase of the SDLC is a need identified that a new system would address?

Match the SDLC phase to the appropriate definition. A)In this phase, the models are transformed into software programming code, which is then tested. B)Operate the new system as users enter data, execute processing, and generate reports. C)Models for the current system, such as database models and business process models, are studied to determine modifications required. D)Based on your system analysis, design new system models. E)Identify the problem, need, or opportunity that a new system would address. F)Deliver the new system, including hardware and software. -Build/Buy

Your company is replacing the accounting system in the purchasing department. As a member of accounting department, you are assigned to the planning committee for the project. Your primary responsibility is to ensure the project does not go over budget. At the first planning meeting you discover the planing committee consists of one IT developer and yourself. Prepare an email to send to your boss requesting increasing the number of people on the planning committee. Specify who you would like to include and why.

For most enterprises it is more cost-effective to hire programmers to write custom software programs for all of their accounting functions.

Match the design feasibility name to the appropriate definition. A)Assesses whether the new system IT architecture can interact with the existing IT architecture that will remain in use B)Evaluates whether the current IT personnel and enterprise users can run the new system hardware and software C)Assesses the probability of successful implementation and use of the new system, including any legal considerations D)Considers whether the environment of the enterprise is conducive to the changes and adaptations required by the new system E)Analyzes the costs and benefits of the new system F)Evaluates whether the new system deliverables can be delivered by the required due dates -Schedule feasibility

Which IT professionals typically create the design for the accounting database?

Most entrepreneurs need to hire custom programmers to write accounting programs.