Question 1

Increasingly, organizations adopt and follow a standardized systems development process.

Accepted Answer

Organizations adopt standardized systems development processes to ensure consistency, efficiency, and quality in their software development efforts, which helps in managing complex projects and meeting business objectives effectively.

Question 2

Most information systems meet expectations and come in within budget.

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Most information systems projects face challenges such as scope creep, budget overruns, and unmet expectations due to complexity and changing requirements.

Question 3

Organizations that develop software for the U.S. government must adhere to certain quality management requirements.

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The U.S. government requires organizations to comply with specific quality management standards, such as CMMI or ISO, to ensure software reliability and security.

Question 4

The Capability Quality Model (CQM) is a framework to assess the quality level of an organization's information systems development and management processes and products.

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Question 5

A system life cycle divides the life of an information system into two major stages: (1) systems development; and (2) systems operation and support. First you build it; then you use it, keep it running and support it.

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The system life cycle typically includes stages of development, where the system is designed and built, followed by operation and support, where the system is used, maintained, and supported.

Question 6

A systems development methodology is a formal approach to the system development process that defines a set of activities, methods, best practices, deliverables and automated tools for system developers and project managers to use to develop and maintain most or all information systems and software.

Accepted Answer

A systems development methodology provides a structured framework that guides the planning, creation, testing, and deployment of information systems and software, ensuring consistency and quality in the development process.

Question 7

The first principle of a systems development methodology is to get the system owners and system users involved.

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Involving system owners and users ensures that the system meets their needs and requirements, leading to a more successful and user-friendly outcome.

Question 8

Some organizations develop their own system development methodologies.

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Some organizations create their own methodologies to tailor the system development process to their specific needs, preferences, and industry requirements.

Question 9

A problem could be a real problem, an opportunity for improvement or a directive from management.

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A problem can be perceived in different ways, including as an opportunity for improvement or as a directive from management, depending on the context and perspective.

Question 10

The number and scope of phases and activities in a methodology varies.

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Question 11

All life cycle methodologies prescribe phases and activities.

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Life cycle methodologies, such as Waterfall, Agile, and others, define specific phases and activities to guide the development process systematically.

Question 12

The final phase in most system development methodologies is documentation.

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The final phase in most system development methodologies is typically maintenance and support, not documentation.

Question 13

Process management involves the scoping, planning, staffing, organizing, directing, and controlling a project to develop an information system.

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Question 14

Project management ensures that an information system is developed at minimum cost, within a specific time frame, and with acceptable quality.

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Project management involves planning, executing, and overseeing projects to achieve specific goals within constraints such as cost, time, and quality.

Question 15

Cost effectiveness is the result obtained by striking a balance between the lifetime costs of developing, maintaining, and operating an information system and the benefits derived from the system.

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Cost effectiveness involves evaluating both the costs and benefits of a system to ensure that the benefits justify the expenses over its lifetime.

Question 16

A feasibility study is done to determine if a system development project is cost-effective. After that point, the project will not be cancelled.

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A feasibility study assesses the viability of a project, but a project can still be canceled later due to unforeseen issues or changes in circumstances.

Question 17

The first solution an analyst finds is usually the best solution. It is not cost effective to consider alternatives.

Accepted Answer

Considering alternatives can lead to more effective and efficient solutions, as the first solution may not always be optimal.

Question 18

Project management is defined as the result obtained by striking a balance between the cost of developing and operating information systems and the benefits derived from that system.

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Project management involves planning, executing, and overseeing projects to achieve specific goals within constraints like time, cost, and resources, not just balancing costs and benefits of information systems.

Question 19

Risk management is the process of identifying, evaluating and controlling what might go wrong in a project before it becomes a threat to the successful completion of the project or implementation of the information system.

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Risk management involves identifying, evaluating, and controlling potential threats to a project's success before they materialize.

Question 20

By dividing a larger problem (system) into more easily manage pieces (subsystems); the analyst can simplify the problem-solving process.

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Dividing a larger problem into smaller subsystems allows for easier management and understanding, making the problem-solving process more efficient and organized.

Quiz 3: Information Systems Development