ISDS 406 FINAL EXAM CSUF
What are the steps of the design phase? - correct answer ✔1. Determine
system aqcuisition strategy (make, buy, outsource)
2. determine technical architecture for the system
3. address security concerns and globalization issues
4. make hardware and software selections
5.determine how users will interact with the system (interface, inputs, outputs)
6. design the programs for the underlying processes.
7. design the way data will be stored
8. create final deliverable (system specification)
What are three acquisition strategies? - correct answer ✔make (custom
development), buy, outsource
what is the final deliverable? - correct answer ✔system specification
how do we choose an acquisition strategy? - correct answer ✔depends on
what firm wants
pros and cons of custom development strategy - correct answer ✔PROS:
exactly what you want, new system built consistently with existing tech, allow
team flexibility and creativity, unique solutions
CONS: time and effort consuming, may add to backlogs, requires skill, risk of
project failure.
, Pros and cons of buying software development strategy - correct answer
✔PROS: no need to reinvent the wheel, tested and proven product, time and
cost efficient, vendor expertise, some customization available
CONS: rarely a perfect fit, firm must adapt to process, reliance on vendor for
maintenance, may require system integration
pros and cons of outsource development - correct answer ✔PROS: hire
expertise we don't have, may save time and money, lower risk, consultants
specialize in system integration
CONS: reliance on vendor, future options limited, security- potential loss of
confidential info, performance based on contract terms
What is an RFP and it's purpose? - correct answer ✔Request for proposal
(RFP)
- solicits proposal from vendor, developer, or service provider and explains the
system to be built and criteria for selecting among applicants
What is an RFI and it's purpose? - correct answer ✔Request for information
(RFI)
- a shorter and less detailed version of RFP
What is an RFQ and it's purpose? - correct answer ✔Request for quotation
-used when you just need a price
what is listed across the top row of an alternative matrix? - correct answer
✔the different acquisition strategies
what is listed in the first column of an alternative matrix? - correct answer
✔technical issues, criterion
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