Before you begin this assignment, be sure you:
1.
Read the UMUC
Haircuts Case Study Stage 1 & 2 & review Walmart Example.
2.
Review Instructor
feedback from previous submissions.
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this assignment gives you the opportunity to apply your knowledge of the areas to be considered in selecting, planning and implementing a technology solution. this assignment specifically addresses the following course outcomes to enable you to:
analyze internal and external business processes to identify information systems requirements
identify and plan it solutions that meet business objectives
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Overview of IT Requirements for a System to
Improve the Process at UMUC Haircuts
For your Case Study
Stage 1 assignment, you performed a Five Forces Analysis and justified Myra’s
chosen strategy for competitive advantage andthe business process that she
would like to improve through the application of technology.
For your Stage 2 assignment, you identified the inputs, processing and outputs of Myra’s selected business process. Those inputs,
processing and outputs form the functional (business) requirements for an IT
system to improve the process.
In Stage 3, you will define the IT requirements by evaluating their
applicability and importance in a new system to be implemented to improve the identified
business process for UMUC Haircuts. The requirements
that are identified as relevant to the business process will form the IT
(technical) requirements for a system. In evaluating and selecting an IT system,
both the functional (business) requirements and the IT requirements need to be
considered. The areas that need to beconsidered in developing the IT
requirements are listed below in the Table of IT Requirements. Depending on the specific process being
improved and the data it uses, the areas listed will vary in both relevance and
importance. For example, in a system to
handle applications for Social Security, security and privacy are extremely
important; but for a system to list what movies are being shown, privacy is not
applicable at all. Your analysis must relate to the process Myra seeks to
improve.
When
both the functional (business) and technical (IT) requirements are identified,
the system requirements are complete enough that you can then begin looking for
a specific solution to meet the needs of UMUC Haircuts. Researching and finding an appropriate system
to improve the process at UMUC Haircuts will be done in Stage 4.
Analysis of IT Requirements:
IT Requirement: The areas to be considered are listed in the
table. Be sure to research each term to
ensure understanding as to whether and how it would apply to the UMUC Haircuts
process being improved and the data it uses.
A table of sources of the definitions is provided below to assist
you. Be sure you use a definition that
applies to IT and this assignment, and not a generic definition of the term.
Rankings: High/Medium/Low Importance or Relevance or Not Applicable (N/A): You will rank each requirement as to how important
or relevant it is to the process being improved and the data it uses. Each will be ranked as High, Medium or Low,
or Not Applicable to the process and its data.
Explanation of Ranking: Using the definition of the term you
researched and the ranking you selected, provide an explanation and tell how
this requirement applies to the UMUC Haircuts process and the data it uses, or
why it does not apply. All requirements must
be ranked and a thorough explanation that demonstrates understanding of the
topic must be provided. Please note that
even N/A items require an explanation.
A minimum of three good sentences should be used for each
explanation.
The
responses that you enter into the table for each requirement must be aligned to
the specific business process to be improved and the data it uses, and
appropriate to the UMUC Haircuts business. Be sure toconsider the type of data
(inputs and outputs from Stage 2) that the system will handle as you
determine the applicability and importance of each consideration. If a requirement is not relevant to the
process, mark it “N/A.” Remember
to provide a thorough explanation for every item under consideration, including
those marked N/A.
Do not
try to create a reason if there is none, but carefully analyze each requirement
and determine whether it applies and how.
Explanations must provide enough information to convey the reasoning behind
the ranking and to demonstrate that you understand the consideration. DO NOT
copy definitions into the table; use your own words to explain the
term.
Example: If the process to
be improved is the method for customers to use to pay for their haircuts or
salon visits, then for the requirement of Usability, the following might be
entered. Note the thorough explanation
of the ranking that demonstrates an understanding of usability.
Requirement
High/Medium/Low
Importance or Relevance or Not Applicable (N/A)
Explanation
for Ranking
Usability
Medium
Since
the customers will use a system to make their payments, it must be easy to
understand and easy to use. It would be inappropriate to require any
training for customers. If it is too complicated, customers will not
use it. In addition, front desk staff should be able to easily learn the
system without extensive training. That is an entry level job with
frequent turnover.so having a system that is intuitive and easy to navigate
is critical. It is ranked Medium because it is important for any customer
who chooses to use the system to be able to do so quickly, easily and
intuitively. However, it is not High since there are other methods of
paying.
Course Resources (for Weeks 1-5)
Where to find the definitions of IT Requirements
Usability
The 7 Software -ilities You Need to Know (Week3)
Maintainability
The 7 Software -ilities You Need to Know (Week 3)
Scalability
The 7 Software -ilities You Need to Know (Week 3)
Reliability/Availability
The 7
Software -ilities You Need to Know (Week 3)
Extensibility
The 7 Software -ilities You Need to Know (Week 3)
Portability
The 7 Software -ilities You Need to Know (Week 3)
Security
The 7 Software -ilities You Need to Know (Week 3)
Information Quality
High Quality
Information, Chapter 1, Section 1.2 (Week 1)
Authentication
Chapter 5, Section 5.4
(Week 4)
Business Continuity Plan
Chapter 5, Section 5.7 (Week 4)
Cloud Computing
Chapter 2, Section 2.4 (Week 3)
Enterprise Systems (ERP, CRM, SCM)
Chapter 10(Week 5)
Networks
Chapter 4 (Week 3)
Database, Data Warehouse, Data Mining
Chapter 3 (Week 4)
Business Intelligence
Chapter 3 (Week 4)
Transaction Processing
Chapter 2 (Week 3)
Decision Support
Chapter 2 (Week 3)
Executive Information
Chapter 2 (Week 3)
Business-to-Business eCommerce
Chapter 6 (Week 2)
Business-to-Consumer eCommerce
Chapter 6 (Week 2)
Assignment:
UMUC Haircuts Stage 3: Create a document
that includes:
I.
Introduction
At the top of your paper, show the strategy for
competitive advantage that Myra selected and the business process she has
chosen to improve, using the following format:
Strategy for Competitive Advantage: xxxxxxx (just name the strategy)
Business Process to Improve: xxxxxxxxx (just name the process)
II.
Table of IT Requirements
Copy the table below into your paper
Rank each requirement as High, Medium or Low in Importance/Relevance
or Not Applicable (N/A) to a system to improve the process
Explain each ranking, as described in the table,
including explanations for N/A
Definitions of the IT requirements are listed in Course
Resources table above.
IT Requirement
Importance/
Relevance
High,
Medium,
Low, or
Not Applicable (N/A)
Explanation for Ranking
(Write a minimum of 3 good sentences
for each; both the process to be improved and the case study should be
mentioned in each explanation; the data used in the process should be
included in the explanation where applicable.)
1
Usability
2
Maintainability
3
Scalability
4
Reliability/
Availability
5
Extensibility
6
Portability
7
Security
8
Information Quality
9
Authentication
10
Business Continuity Plan
11
Cloud Computing
12
Enterprise Systems (ERP, CRM, SCM)
13
Communications
14
Database, Data Warehouse, Data Mining
15
Business Intelligence
16
Transaction Processing
17
Decision Support
18
Executive Information
19
Business-to-Business eCommerce
20
Business-to-Consumer eCommerce
Formatting:
For academic writing, the writer is
expected to write in the third person. In third person, the writer avoids the
pronouns I, we, my, and our. The third person is used to make the writing more
objective by taking the individual, the self, out of the writing. This method
is very helpful for academic writing, a form in which facts, not opinion, drive
the tone of the text. Writing in the third person allows the writer to come
across as unbiased and thus more informed.
Submit one document that includes the Table of Requirements.
Table entries should be single spaced.
Use APA formatted citations and references for any external sources used.
Include a title page, and a reference page if references are included.
Compare your final work to the rubric to be sure you have met content and
quality criteria.
Submit your paper as a Word document, or a document that can be read in
Word.
Your submission should include your last name first in the filename: Lastname_firstname_Stage _3
GRADING
RUBRIC:
ISFM-300 Case
Study, Stage 3 Rubric: IT Requirements
Criteria
90-100%
Far Above Standards
80-89%
Above Standards
70-79%
Meets Standards
60-69%
Below Standards
< 60%
Well Below Standards
Possible Points
High/
Medium/
Low or N/A Rankings
18-20 Points
Rankings all demonstrate a strong understanding of course
concepts, analysis and critical thinking; and are appropriate for the
business in the case study and the process.
16-17 Points
Most rankings demonstrate an understanding of course concepts,
analysis and critical thinking; and are appropriate for the business in the
case study and the process.
14-15 Points
Rankings
are designated and demonstrate a basic understanding of course concepts or
analysis.
12-13 Points
Rankings
are provided but selection may be lacking in demonstration of understanding
of course concepts or analysis.
0-11 Points
Few,
if any rankings provided or rankings are not appropriate for the process
and/or the case study.
20
Explanations for Rankings
54-60 Points
Explanations
are at least three good sentences which use course vocabulary to clearly and
convincingly justify rankings; demonstrate a strong understanding of course
concepts, analysis, and critical thinking; and are focused on the business in
the case study and the process and its data.
48-53 Points
Explanations are at least three good sentences which use
course vocabulary to clearly justify most rankings and demonstrate an
understanding of course concepts, analysis, and critical thinking; and are
focused on the business in the case study and the process and its data.
42-47 Points
Explanations
are at least three good sentences that justify rankings and refer to the case
study process and/or its data.
36-41 Points
Several
explanations are less than three good sentences, and/or do not adequately
justify rankings; may be lacking in demonstration of understanding
of course concepts, analysis, and/or critical thinking; or are not focused on
the business in the case study.
0-35 Points
Few, if any explanations are provided; explanations are incomplete
or not compatible with rankings; or little effort demonstrated.
60
Table Format
18-20 Points
Information
is professionally presented, clear and easily understood; is written in third
person and uses course vocabulary, correct sentence structure, grammar, and
spelling. Any references used are listed and cited using APA style.
16-17 Points
Information
is presented well; is clear, and uses correct sentence structure; written in
third person, and has few grammar, and spelling errors. Any references used are listed and cited
using APA style.
14-15 Points
Information
is presented with some grammar and/or spelling errors. Any references used are listed and cited
using APA style.
12-13 Points
Information
is not professionally presented, may not be clearly written, and/or contains
several grammar and/or spelling errors, or errors in use of APA style for
references/ citations.
0-11 Points
Information
is extremely poorly written; has many grammar and/or spelling errors; and/or
does not convey the information adequately.
20
TOTAL Points
Possible
100
Before you begin this assignment, be sure you:1.
Read the UMUC
Haircuts Case Study Stage 1 & 2 & review Walmart Example.2.
Review Instructor
feedback from previous submissions..png" alt="Text box: purpose of this assignment
this assignment gives you the opportunity to apply your knowledge of the areas to be considered in selecting, planning and implementing a technology solution. this assignment specifically addresses the following course outcomes to enable you to:
analyze internal and external business processes to identify information systems requirements
identify and plan it solutions that meet business objectives
">Overview of IT Requirements for a System to
Improve the Process at UMUC HaircutsFor your Case Study
Stage 1 assignment, you performed a Five Forces Analysis and justified Myra’s
chosen strategy for competitive advantage andthe business process that she
would like to improve through the application of technology. For your Stage 2 assignment, you identified the inputs, processing and outputs of Myra’s selected business process. Those inputs,
processing and outputs form the functional (business) requirements for an IT
system to improve the process. In Stage 3, you will define the IT requirements by evaluating their
applicability and importance in a new system to be implemented to improve the identified
business process for UMUC Haircuts. The requirements
that are identified as relevant to the business process will form the IT
(technical) requirements for a system. In evaluating and selecting an IT system,
both the functional (business) requirements and the IT requirements need to be
considered. The areas that need to beconsidered in developing the IT
requirements are listed below in the Table of IT Requirements. Depending on the specific process being
improved and the data it uses, the areas listed will vary in both relevance and
importance. For example, in a system to
handle applications for Social Security, security and privacy are extremely
important; but for a system to list what movies are being shown, privacy is not
applicable at all. Your analysis must relate to the process Myra seeks to
improve. When
both the functional (business) and technical (IT) requirements are identified,
the system requirements are complete enough that you can then begin looking for
a specific solution to meet the needs of UMUC Haircuts. Researching and finding an appropriate system
to improve the process at UMUC Haircuts will be done in Stage 4.Analysis of IT Requirements:
IT Requirement: The areas to be considered are listed in the
table. Be sure to research each term to
ensure understanding as to whether and how it would apply to the UMUC Haircuts
process being improved and the data it uses.
A table of sources of the definitions is provided below to assist
you. Be sure you use a definition that
applies to IT and this assignment, and not a generic definition of the term.
Rankings: High/Medium/Low Importance or Relevance or Not Applicable (N/A): You will rank each requirement as to how important
or relevant it is to the process being improved and the data it uses. Each will be ranked as High, Medium or Low,
or Not Applicable to the process and its data.
Explanation of Ranking: Using the definition of the term you
researched and the ranking you selected, provide an explanation and tell how
this requirement applies to the UMUC Haircuts process and the data it uses, or
why it does not apply. All requirements must
be ranked and a thorough explanation that demonstrates understanding of the
topic must be provided. Please note that
even N/A items require an explanation.
A minimum of three good sentences should be used for each
explanation. The
responses that you enter into the table for each requirement must be aligned to
the specific business process to be improved and the data it uses, and
appropriate to the UMUC Haircuts business. Be sure toconsider the type of data
(inputs and outputs from Stage 2) that the system will handle as you
determine the applicability and importance of each consideration. If a requirement is not relevant to the
process, mark it “N/A.” Remember
to provide a thorough explanation for every item under consideration, including
those marked N/A. Do not
try to create a reason if there is none, but carefully analyze each requirement
and determine whether it applies and how.
Explanations must provide enough information to convey the reasoning behind
the ranking and to demonstrate that you understand the consideration. DO NOT
copy definitions into the table; use your own words to explain the
term. Example: If the process to
be improved is the method for customers to use to pay for their haircuts or
salon visits, then for the requirement of Usability, the following might be
entered. Note the thorough explanation
of the ranking that demonstrates an understanding of usability.RequirementHigh/Medium/Low
Importance or Relevance or Not Applicable (N/A)Explanation
for RankingUsability MediumSince
the customers will use a system to make their payments, it must be easy to
understand and easy to use. It would be inappropriate to require any
training for customers. If it is too complicated, customers will not
use it. In addition, front desk staff should be able to easily learn the
system without extensive training. That is an entry level job with
frequent turnover.so having a system that is intuitive and easy to navigate
is critical. It is ranked Medium because it is important for any customer
who chooses to use the system to be able to do so quickly, easily and
intuitively. However, it is not High since there are other methods of
paying.Course Resources (for Weeks 1-5) Where to find the definitions of IT RequirementsUsabilityThe 7 Software -ilities You Need to Know (Week3)MaintainabilityThe 7 Software -ilities You Need to Know (Week 3)Scalability The 7 Software -ilities You Need to Know (Week 3)Reliability/Availability The 7
Software -ilities You Need to Know (Week 3)ExtensibilityThe 7 Software -ilities You Need to Know (Week 3)PortabilityThe 7 Software -ilities You Need to Know (Week 3)SecurityThe 7 Software -ilities You Need to Know (Week 3)Information QualityHigh Quality
Information, Chapter 1, Section 1.2 (Week 1)AuthenticationChapter 5, Section 5.4
(Week 4)Business Continuity Plan Chapter 5, Section 5.7 (Week 4)Cloud ComputingChapter 2, Section 2.4 (Week 3)Enterprise Systems (ERP, CRM, SCM) Chapter 10(Week 5)Networks Chapter 4 (Week 3)
Database, Data Warehouse, Data MiningChapter 3 (Week 4)Business IntelligenceChapter 3 (Week 4)Transaction Processing Chapter 2 (Week 3)Decision SupportChapter 2 (Week 3)Executive InformationChapter 2 (Week 3)Business-to-Business eCommerceChapter 6 (Week 2)Business-to-Consumer eCommerceChapter 6 (Week 2)Assignment:
UMUC Haircuts Stage 3: Create a document
that includes: I.
IntroductionAt the top of your paper, show the strategy for
competitive advantage that Myra selected and the business process she has
chosen to improve, using the following format:Strategy for Competitive Advantage: xxxxxxx (just name the strategy)Business Process to Improve: xxxxxxxxx (just name the process)
II.
Table of IT Requirements
Copy the table below into your paper
Rank each requirement as High, Medium or Low in Importance/Relevance
or Not Applicable (N/A) to a system to improve the process
Explain each ranking, as described in the table,
including explanations for N/A
Definitions of the IT requirements are listed in Course
Resources table above.IT RequirementImportance/
RelevanceHigh,
Medium,
Low, or Not Applicable (N/A)Explanation for Ranking(Write a minimum of 3 good sentences
for each; both the process to be improved and the case study should be
mentioned in each explanation; the data used in the process should be
included in the explanation where applicable.)1Usability2Maintainability3Scalability4Reliability/
Availability5Extensibility6Portability7Security8Information Quality9Authentication 10Business Continuity Plan11Cloud Computing12Enterprise Systems (ERP, CRM, SCM)13Communications 14Database, Data Warehouse, Data Mining15Business Intelligence16Transaction Processing17Decision Support18Executive Information 19Business-to-Business eCommerce20Business-to-Consumer eCommerce Formatting: For academic writing, the writer is
expected to write in the third person. In third person, the writer avoids the
pronouns I, we, my, and our. The third person is used to make the writing more
objective by taking the individual, the self, out of the writing. This method
is very helpful for academic writing, a form in which facts, not opinion, drive
the tone of the text. Writing in the third person allows the writer to come
across as unbiased and thus more informed.
Submit one document that includes the Table of Requirements.
Table entries should be single spaced.
Use APA formatted citations and references for any external sources used.
Include a title page, and a reference page if references are included.
Compare your final work to the rubric to be sure you have met content and
quality criteria.
Submit your paper as a Word document, or a document that can be read in
Word.
Your submission should include your last name first in the filename: Lastname_firstname_Stage _3 GRADING
RUBRIC:ISFM-300 Case
Study, Stage 3 Rubric: IT Requirements90-100%Far Above Standards80-89%Above Standards70-79%Meets Standards60-69%Below Standards< 60%Well Below StandardsPossible PointsHigh/Medium/Low or N/A Rankings18-20 PointsRankings all demonstrate a strong understanding of course
concepts, analysis and critical thinking; and are appropriate for the
business in the case study and the process.16-17 PointsMost rankings demonstrate an understanding of course concepts,
analysis and critical thinking; and are appropriate for the business in the
case study and the process.14-15 PointsRankings
are designated and demonstrate a basic understanding of course concepts or
analysis. 12-13 PointsRankings
are provided but selection may be lacking in demonstration of understanding
of course concepts or analysis. 0-11 PointsFew,
if any rankings provided or rankings are not appropriate for the process
and/or the case study.20Explanations for Rankings54-60 PointsExplanations
are at least three good sentences which use course vocabulary to clearly and
convincingly justify rankings; demonstrate a strong understanding of course
concepts, analysis, and critical thinking; and are focused on the business in
the case study and the process and its data.48-53 PointsExplanations are at least three good sentences which use
course vocabulary to clearly justify most rankings and demonstrate an
understanding of course concepts, analysis, and critical thinking; and are
focused on the business in the case study and the process and its data.42-47 PointsExplanations
are at least three good sentences that justify rankings and refer to the case
study process and/or its data.36-41 PointsSeveral
explanations are less than three good sentences, and/or do not adequately
justify rankings; may be lacking in demonstration of understanding
of course concepts, analysis, and/or critical thinking; or are not focused on
the business in the case study.0-35 PointsFew, if any explanations are provided; explanations are incomplete
or not compatible with rankings; or little effort demonstrated.60Table Format18-20 PointsInformation
is professionally presented, clear and easily understood; is written in third
person and uses course vocabulary, correct sentence structure, grammar, and
spelling. Any references used are listed and cited using APA style.16-17 PointsInformation
is presented well; is clear, and uses correct sentence structure; written in
third person, and has few grammar, and spelling errors. Any references used are listed and cited
using APA style.14-15 PointsInformation
is presented with some grammar and/or spelling errors. Any references used are listed and cited
using APA style. 12-13 PointsInformation
is not professionally presented, may not be clearly written, and/or contains
several grammar and/or spelling errors, or errors in use of APA style for
references/ citations.0-11 PointsInformation
is extremely poorly written; has many grammar and/or spelling errors; and/or
does not convey the information adequately.20TOTAL Points
Possible100
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