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A project is a temporary endeavor undertaken to accomplish a unique ______ or service.
A project is a temporary endeavor undertaken to accomplish a unique ______ or service.
product
Many systems are built to be ______ of each other.
Many systems are built to be ______ of each other.
independent
The aims of the introduction to SIA focus on software integration of information systems in ______.
The aims of the introduction to SIA focus on software integration of information systems in ______.
organizations
Stakeholders are the people involved in or affected by project ______.
Stakeholders are the people involved in or affected by project ______.
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Projects must operate in a broad organizational ______.
Projects must operate in a broad organizational ______.
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A project should have a primary ______ and/or customer.
A project should have a primary ______ and/or customer.
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According to the Standish Group’s report, project managers must take time to identify ______.
According to the Standish Group’s report, project managers must take time to identify ______.
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Projects may originate from problems, opportunities, or new ______.
Projects may originate from problems, opportunities, or new ______.
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The key component of project schedule feasibility includes scope and ______.
The key component of project schedule feasibility includes scope and ______.
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One phase in project life cycle is ______.
One phase in project life cycle is ______.
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The basic organizational structure includes functional, project, and ______ structures.
The basic organizational structure includes functional, project, and ______ structures.
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Schedule feasibility assesses how likely a project will be completed within its proposed ______.
Schedule feasibility assesses how likely a project will be completed within its proposed ______.
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A reliable project estimate requires the use of expert ______.
A reliable project estimate requires the use of expert ______.
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Tools like Gantt charts and critical path method are classified as ______ and techniques.
Tools like Gantt charts and critical path method are classified as ______ and techniques.
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In project phases, 'concept' is the first phase followed by ______.
In project phases, 'concept' is the first phase followed by ______.
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Software architecture is the organization of a ______.
Software architecture is the organization of a ______.
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Study Notes
Introduction to SIA (System Integration and Architecture)
- Focus on integrating information systems within organizations to enhance software compatibility.
- Examine strategies, methods, tools, and techniques for effective systems integration.
- Emphasizes independence of systems while achieving flexibility, speed, cost efficiency, standardization, data integrity, reliability, and robustness.
- Aim to equip students with an understanding of technical and business process challenges in systems integration.
What is a Project?
- Defined as a temporary endeavor aimed at creating a unique product or service.
- Attributes of projects include unique purpose, temporary nature, need for diverse resources, existence of a primary sponsor, and involvement of uncertainty.
- Sources of information systems projects arise from problems, opportunities for improvement, and new requirements.
Projects Cannot Operate in Isolation
- Necessity for projects to function within a wider organizational context, requiring a holistic perspective from project managers.
Project Stakeholders
- Stakeholders encompass individuals directly involved or impacted by project activities, including sponsors, project teams, support staff, customers, users, suppliers, and project opponents.
- Identifying stakeholders, especially senior executives, is crucial for project success.
Factors Helping Projects Succeed
- Standish Group’s report highlights critical success factors, including:
- Executive support
- User involvement
- Experienced project manager
- Clearly defined business objectives
- Minimized project scope
- Standard software infrastructure
- Firm basic requirements
- Formal project methodology
- Reliable estimation practices
Basic Organizational Structure
- Core organizational structures outline roles and responsibilities:
- Functional
- Project
- Matrix
Project Phases and Life Cycle
- Project phases may vary but typically include:
- Concept
- Development
- Implementation
- Support
Schedule Feasibility
- Evaluates the likelihood of project completion within the specified timeframe, focusing on realistic and achievable project schedules.
Key Components of Project Schedule Feasibility
- Scope and Objectives: Clearly defined project goals, deliverables, and limitations.
- Task Breakdown: Employment of a work breakdown structure (WBS) for organized task distribution.
- Time Estimation: Gathering accurate time estimates by using historical data and expert judgment.
- Resource Availability: Assessing the availability and skills of team members and resources, ensuring task-skill alignment.
- Tools and Techniques: Utilizing project management tools such as Gantt charts and Critical Path Method (CPM) for effective schedule management.
System Architecture
- Architecture involves planning, designing, and constructing solutions, centered around solving problems through software (code) rather than physical structures.
- Software architecture represents the organization of a system, mapping functionality to hardware/software components and human interactions with these elements.
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Description
This quiz covers Chapter 1, Lesson 1 of the System Integration and Architecture course. It focuses on the software integration of information systems, examining strategies, methods, and tools. Students will gain insights into building effective, flexible, and reliable integrated systems within organizations.
