33 Questions
What is a primary objective of project management in developing information systems?
To align with the firm’s business goals
Which of the following is NOT a key consideration when evaluating information systems projects?
Marketing strategy
What is a major risk factor in information systems projects?
All of the above
What is the main purpose of assessing the business value of information systems projects?
To measure the project's contribution to the firm's goals
Which of the following is a key method for selecting and evaluating information systems projects?
Cost-benefit analysis
What is the primary problem with Coke Bottling's existing project management software?
It was unable to deliver needed reports
What percentage of IT projects are considered runaway projects?
30% - 40%
What is a consequence of poor project management?
The project takes longer to complete and exceeds the allocated budget
What is a type of system failure?
Failing to capture essential business requirements
What was the solution implemented by Coke Bottling to manage their projects effectively?
Microsoft Office Enterprise Project Management (EPM) Solution
Why is organizational and management change necessary to ensure the success of new technology?
To ensure the technology is used to its full potential and brings organizational benefits
What is the purpose of aggregating individual CSFs?
To create a system to deliver information on CSFs
What is the primary objective of portfolio analysis in the context of project management?
To balance risk and return from systems investments
What is a key consideration when selecting projects in a portfolio?
The combined risk and benefit of each project
What is the outcome of balancing risk and return from systems investments?
An improved return on portfolio
What is a characteristic of companies in different industries?
They have different profiles
What is the purpose of evaluating alternative system projects?
To select the most beneficial projects
What is the likely outcome of a poorly managed information system project?
It is technically inferior and may not be able to demonstrate any benefits to the organization.
What are the five major variables in project management?
Scope, Time, Cost, Quality, Risk
What is the primary role of the corporate strategic planning group?
To develop the firm's strategic plan
What is the purpose of an information systems plan?
To link development to business plan
What is the primary benefit of using the CSF approach?
It is suitable for building DSS and ESS
What is the primary limitation of the CSF approach?
There is no clear method for aggregating CSFs into firm CSFs
What is the primary role of the project management group?
To oversee specific projects
What is included in an information systems plan?
A road map indicating direction of systems development, including purpose, rationale, current systems, and implementation plan
Why is it necessary to inventory and document existing software, hardware, and systems?
To develop an effective information systems plan
What is the primary method used in the CSF approach?
Interviews with 3-4 top managers
What is a key aspect of sociotechnical design in managing project risk?
Addressing both technical and social objectives
What is a capability of project management software like Microsoft Project 2010?
Defining, ordering, and editing tasks
What is a key consideration in organizational impact analysis?
How the system will affect organizational structure and attitudes
What is critical path analysis used for in project management?
Analyzing the most critical tasks in a project
What is a trend in project management software?
Increase in SaaS and open-source options
Why is project management critical at Motorola?
To manage various projects and prioritize resources effectively
This quiz covers the objectives of project management and its importance in developing information systems. It includes video cases, including Mastering the Hype Cycle and NASA: Project Management Challenges. Learn how to adopt the right innovation at the right time.
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