摘要:

As part of any systems development project, JS professionals must perform a variety of tasks. One such important task, estimating, is often done incorrectly and, as a result, can lead to errors in the final system or a cancellation of the project. To estimate projects accurately, data on previous project estimates should be readily available. This article describes a systems development planning framework that essentially creates an estimating knowledge data base, which enables IS managers to prepare better project plans.

ISSN:0739-9014    

DOI:10.1080/07399019108964965

出版商:Taylor & Francis Group    

年代:1991

数据来源: Taylor

摘要:

Computer-aided software engineering ( CASE) is changing the way IS professionals develop information systems. This article demonstrates how traditional systems development methods are changing with automation, describes a new six-phase software development methodology— the CASE life cycle— designed to maximize the effective use of CASE technologies, and discusses how, organizations can make the transition to this new methodology.

ISSN:0739-9014    

DOI:10.1080/07399019108964966

出版商:Taylor & Francis Group    

年代:1991

数据来源: Taylor

摘要:

System project failures are a well-known part of systems development; however, all the potential risks of planning and executing a project effort are not This article offers heuristic guidelines to help IS managers assess these inherent risk factors before initiating and while executing a project. Case examples illustrate how a particular risk factor can result in a failed systems development effort.

ISSN:0739-9014    

DOI:10.1080/07399019108964967

出版商:Taylor & Francis Group    

年代:1991

数据来源: Taylor

摘要:

Although many variables can contribute to the failure of a systems development project, the use of the traditional f one-dimensional systems development life cycle approach is often a major factor in the failure of such an effort This article describes an alternative method— the two-dimensional approach to systems development— and discusses why IS managers should consider adopting this new development approach.

ISSN:0739-9014    

DOI:10.1080/07399019108964968

出版商:Taylor & Francis Group    

年代:1991

数据来源: Taylor

摘要:

This decade holds a variety of challenges for new IS managers, including increasing their knowledge of both business and technology issues and managing the IS department during times of downsizing and decentralization. As a result, these new IS managers require a new, unique set of skills and goals to help them successfully manage in the 1990s. This article describes this new skill set and how an IS employee can make the move from contributor to IS manager.

ISSN:0739-9014    

DOI:10.1080/07399019108964969

出版商:Taylor & Francis Group    

年代:1991

数据来源: Taylor

摘要:

Although a variety of IS issues such as containing costs and developing systems that meet users’ needs should be addressed, a recent survey of utility executives reveals that the primary issue of importance for an organization is the overall financial value that the IS function provides. The survey also reveals the specific rankings of several strategic IS issues and the actions these executives would take to address these issues.

ISSN:0739-9014    

DOI:10.1080/07399019108964970

出版商:Taylor & Francis Group    

年代:1991

数据来源: Taylor

摘要:

In most organizations, the IS staff's support of the manufacturing function includes order processing, production scheduling, and assisting in the selection of hardware and software. As the technologies of the manufacturing environment change, however, so must the role of the IS department. This article discusses current technologies in manufacturing automation and their effects on the IS department.

ISSN:0739-9014    

DOI:10.1080/07399019108964971

出版商:Taylor & Francis Group    

年代:1991

数据来源: Taylor

摘要:

To successfully Launch an IS strategic planning initiative, IS managers must first consider several factors, in-i eluding previous planning efforts and the level of support from key executives. This column discusses how reviewing these important considerations can help position the IS strategic plan for success.

ISSN:0739-9014    

DOI:10.1080/07399019108964972

出版商:Taylor & Francis Group    

年代:1991

数据来源: Taylor

摘要:

Because users have come to depend so heavily on the information provided by their systems, they feel the need to better manage this information. As a result, they are beginning to take control of the development process, essentially becoming the producers of information processing, which could have certain implications for the traditional role of systems development.

ISSN:0739-9014    

DOI:10.1080/07399019108964973

出版商:Taylor & Francis Group    

年代:1991

数据来源: Taylor

摘要:

In addition to software training, users need to learn systems analysis concepts and development techniques that will enable them to develop better and more reliable end-user applications. IS managers should realize that this type of IS-sponsored training not only improves the users’ productivity but the IS staffs as well.

ISSN:0739-9014    

DOI:10.1080/07399019108964974

出版商:Taylor & Francis Group    

年代:1991

数据来源: Taylor