Competencies

After you have read this chapter, you should be able to:

• Describe the six phases of the systems life cycle.
• Identify information and formulate possible solutions.
• Analyze existing information systems and evaluate the feasibility of alternative systems.
• Identify, acquire, and text new system software and hardware.
• Switch from an existing information system to a new one with minimal risk.
• Perform system audits and periodic evaluations.