Another alternative to buying a canned system or in-house development is to have a third-party vendor develop a custom system.Which guideline below should not be used by the organization to select an outside developer for a custom system?
A)The outside developer should have an in-depth understanding of how the company conducts its business.
B)The outside developer should have experience in the company's industry.
C)The outside developer should possess a good understanding of business in general.
D)The outside developer that charges the least for the system should be chosen over others.

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Choosing the outside developer that charges the least for the system should not be the sole criteria for selecting an outside developer. Other factors such as experience, expertise, reputation, and compatibility with the organization's culture and values should also be considered. Therefore, option D should not be used to select the outside developer for a custom system. Options A, B, and C are important criteria for selecting an outside developer for a custom system.

Another Alternative to Buying a Canned System or In-House Development