SAD281 Systems Analysis & Design Overview
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What is a symptom of rotting designs that refers to the tendency for software to be difficult to change, even in simple ways?

  • Rigidity (correct)
  • Scalability
  • Flexibility
  • Adaptability

What is the term used to describe the tendency of software to break in many places every time it is changed?

  • Fragility (correct)
  • Robustness
  • Flexibility
  • Adaptability

Which of the following best describes the role of a Systems Analyst?

  • Software Engineer
  • Systems Designer (correct)
  • Quality Assurance Tester
  • Data Entry Specialist

What does immobility refer to in the context of rotting designs?

<p>Inability to reuse software from other projects (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What makes software applications initially compelling and elegant according to the text?

<p>Clean design and simple beauty (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the design stage of software applications where they exist as a vital image in the minds of designers?

<p>Vital Vision (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do all projects using the SDLC have in common?

<p>They all follow the same four phases. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of the SDLC is composed of a series of steps and further categorized into Planning, Analysis, Design, and Implementation?

<p>Planning phase (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the SDLC, what is a common duty of a Systems Analyst?

<p>Conducting system testing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which role is responsible for analyzing the existing systems and business processes to identify areas for improvement?

<p>Business analyst (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes different projects that use the SDLC from each other?

<p>The emphasis on different parts of the SDLC (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the notable software glitches mentioned in the text?

<p>Toys R Us system double billing shoppers on Black Friday (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three key aspects that the systems analyst needs to understand to avoid failed systems?

<p>The organization's goals, improve business processes, and integrate with other information systems (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the major categories into which a Systems Analyst's skills can be broken down?

<p>Technical Skills (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of a Systems Analyst's work according to the text?

<p>Working closely with team members to develop effective systems (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which company had to refund over $50 million to customers due to a billing system error in 2010?

<p>Verizon Wireless (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why were many failed systems abandoned as mentioned in the text?

<p>Because analysts didn't understand how the system would support organization’s goals, improve business processes, and integrate with other information systems (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of a Systems Analyst's Interpersonal skills?

<p>Communicating effectively with users and business managers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC), what is the first step in the process?

<p>Determining how an information system can support business needs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Business Understanding for IT applications in business situations?

<p>Ensuring IT delivers real business value (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which skill is NOT emphasized in a Systems Analyst's role according to the text?

<p>Managing financial aspects (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key challenges faced by Systems Analysts in relation to their Management skills?

<p>Dealing with pressure and risks in unclear situations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Ethical conduct as a critical aspect of a Systems Analyst's role?

<p>Dealing fairly with system users (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of a systems analyst?

<p>Acting as a bridge between technical team and end-users (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of System Analysis and Design as mentioned in the text?

<p>Studying systems to adapt them or build new solutions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does a systems analyst contribute to implementing changes in an organization?

<p>By designing systems to implement changes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In software development, what is the function of a systems analyst in relation to end-users?

<p>Ensuring software meets the needs of end-users (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes viscosity of the design from viscosity of the environment in the context provided?

<p>Viscosity of the design refers to changes that preserve the design, while viscosity of the environment refers to changes that do not preserve the design. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key responsibility of a systems analyst according to the information provided?

<p>Identifying organizational improvements needed (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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