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What is the primary output of the system proposal phase?
What is the primary output of the system proposal phase?
Which type of feasibility assesses whether the solution can be implemented within a specific timeframe?
Which type of feasibility assesses whether the solution can be implemented within a specific timeframe?
What does operational feasibility evaluate in the context of a system proposal?
What does operational feasibility evaluate in the context of a system proposal?
In the typical structure of a system proposal, which section outlines the tools and techniques used?
In the typical structure of a system proposal, which section outlines the tools and techniques used?
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Which component would NOT typically be included in a system proposal's appendices?
Which component would NOT typically be included in a system proposal's appendices?
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What is the primary purpose of business process redesign (BPR)?
What is the primary purpose of business process redesign (BPR)?
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Which phase of the FAST methodology focuses on determining the viability of the project?
Which phase of the FAST methodology focuses on determining the viability of the project?
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What is a key output of the scope definition phase?
What is a key output of the scope definition phase?
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What does the Agile method in systems analysis emphasize?
What does the Agile method in systems analysis emphasize?
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In which phase are user needs and expectations identified?
In which phase are user needs and expectations identified?
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What is the main goal of Joint Requirements Planning (JRP)?
What is the main goal of Joint Requirements Planning (JRP)?
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What does the Decision Analysis Phase evaluate?
What does the Decision Analysis Phase evaluate?
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What is the primary focus of systems analysis?
What is the primary focus of systems analysis?
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Which approach does FAST methodology primarily rely on?
Which approach does FAST methodology primarily rely on?
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Which of the following phases is NOT part of the system analysis process?
Which of the following phases is NOT part of the system analysis process?
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What distinguishes model-driven analysis approaches from other methods?
What distinguishes model-driven analysis approaches from other methods?
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a model used in model-driven analysis?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a model used in model-driven analysis?
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In which approach is the focus on drawing pictorial representations to communicate problems and solutions?
In which approach is the focus on drawing pictorial representations to communicate problems and solutions?
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What is the function of a repository in systems analysis?
What is the function of a repository in systems analysis?
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Which method focuses on redesigning business processes to improve efficiency?
Which method focuses on redesigning business processes to improve efficiency?
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What type of analysis involves examining existing systems to define new business requirements?
What type of analysis involves examining existing systems to define new business requirements?
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What is the key output of the Problem Analysis Phase?
What is the key output of the Problem Analysis Phase?
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Which task is not part of the Requirement Analysis Phase?
Which task is not part of the Requirement Analysis Phase?
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During which phase are system models for data structures and user interfaces drawn?
During which phase are system models for data structures and user interfaces drawn?
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What is the main purpose of the Decision Analysis Phase?
What is the main purpose of the Decision Analysis Phase?
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Which of the following tasks is essential in analyzing the problems and opportunities during the Problem Analysis Phase?
Which of the following tasks is essential in analyzing the problems and opportunities during the Problem Analysis Phase?
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Which output is produced at the end of the Requirement Analysis Phase?
Which output is produced at the end of the Requirement Analysis Phase?
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What method is NOT suggested for communicating findings during the Problem Analysis Phase?
What method is NOT suggested for communicating findings during the Problem Analysis Phase?
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Which task is commonly performed in the Decision Analysis Phase?
Which task is commonly performed in the Decision Analysis Phase?
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What do process models, commonly referred to as Data Flow Diagrams, primarily represent?
What do process models, commonly referred to as Data Flow Diagrams, primarily represent?
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Which technique focuses on the structure of stored data in a system?
Which technique focuses on the structure of stored data in a system?
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What is the purpose of creating prototypes in accelerated systems analysis?
What is the purpose of creating prototypes in accelerated systems analysis?
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Entity Relationship Diagrams are primarily used to illustrate which aspect of systems?
Entity Relationship Diagrams are primarily used to illustrate which aspect of systems?
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What is the main goal of requirements discovery methods used by system analysts?
What is the main goal of requirements discovery methods used by system analysts?
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In Object-Oriented Analysis (OOA), what constructs are primarily used to integrate data and process concerns?
In Object-Oriented Analysis (OOA), what constructs are primarily used to integrate data and process concerns?
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Which graphical language is widely used for creating object models?
Which graphical language is widely used for creating object models?
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What does the structured analysis approach primarily emphasize?
What does the structured analysis approach primarily emphasize?
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Study Notes
Systems Analysis vs. Systems Design
- Systems analysis: Focuses on studying business problems and recommending improvements. Identifies business requirements and solution priorities.
- Systems Design: Specifies or builds a technical computer-based solution to address the business requirements identified in systems analysis.
Repository
- A location or set of locations where documentation associated with systems or projects is stored.
- Used by systems analysts, designers, and builders.
Systems Analysis Approaches
- Model-Driven Analysis Approaches: Use visual models to communicate business problems, requirements, and solutions. Examples include flowcharts, structure charts, and organization charts.
- Accelerated Systems Analysis Approaches: Emphasize the creation of prototypes to quickly identify business and user requirements.
- Requirements Discovery Methods: Focus on extracting system problems and solution requirements from users. Involve fact-finding techniques like interviews, document analysis, and observation.
- Business Process Redesign Methods: Apply systems analysis methods to drastically improve fundamental business processes.
- Fast Systems Analysis Strategies: Integrate various approaches into a collection of agile methods, offering flexibility to address specific needs.
Model-Driven Analysis Approaches
- Structured Analysis: Process-centered technique using process models to illustrate system components, inputs, outputs, and files. Emphasizes data flow through business and software processes.
- Information Engineering (IE): Data-centered technique focusing on the structure of stored data and its relationship with processes. Uses data models called Entity Relationship Diagrams.
- Object-Oriented Analysis (OOA): Integrates data and process concerns into objects. Uses object models to illustrate the system's objects, their structure, behavior, and interactions.
Accelerated Systems Analysis Approaches
- Prototype: A small-scale, working sample of a desired system.
- Rapidly identifies requirements through user feedback.
Requirements Discovery Methods
- Fact-finding: Collecting information about system problems, opportunities, and requirements.
- Joint Requirements Planning (JRP): Facilitated workshops bringing together stakeholders to jointly analyze systems.
Business Process Redesign (BPR)
- Aims to significantly change and improve core business processes, independent of technology.
Fast Systems Analysis Strategies
- Agile Method: Integrates different approaches for flexibility and effectiveness.
FAST Systems Analysis Phases
- Scope Definition Phase: Determines the project's feasibility and defines the project's boundaries, schedule, and budget. Produces the project charter.
- Problem Analysis Phase: Thoroughly analyzes the identified problems, opportunities, and directives. Uses fact-finding techniques and business process analysis.
- Requirements Analysis Phase: Defines business requirements for the new system. Translates objectives into functional and nonfunctional requirements.
- Logical Design Phase: Creates system models to document requirements for the new system. Includes data structures, business processes, data flows, and user interfaces.
- Decision Analysis Phase: Identifies potential solutions, evaluates their feasibility, and recommends the optimal solution. Considers technical, operational, economic, and schedule feasibility.
System Proposal
- Outlines the project's purpose, background, scope, and methodology.
- Includes feasibility analysis, information systems requirements, alternative solutions with their feasibility, recommendations, and appendices.
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Test your understanding of systems analysis and design concepts with this quiz. Delve into the key differences, approaches, and terminologies associated with each area. Enhance your knowledge of how systems analysts and designers collaborate to address business needs.
