Question 1

Mergers and acquisitions typically have no impact on clients and customers of large,financially healthy firms.

Accepted Answer

Mergers and acquisitions can impact clients and customers of large, financially healthy firms in various ways such as changes in pricing, products/services offered, management structure, and customer service.

Question 2

Although the traditional model of software acquisition still accounts for more software acquisition,a new model,called Hardware as a Help,is changing the picture dramatically.

Accepted Answer

The statement is incorrectly stating that hardware as a help is a new model of software acquisition, which is false. Hardware as a service (HaaS) is a model in which hardware is leased or rented on a subscription basis, while software as a service (SaaS) is a model in which software is accessed via the internet rather than being installed on local machines. However, HaaS does not change the traditional model of software acquisition.

Question 3

Cloud computing can be viewed as an online SaaS and data environment.

Accepted Answer

Cloud computing is a technology that enables users to access powerful computing resources, such as software and data storage, over the Internet, and on a pay-per-use basis. This type of technology is often referred to as Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) or Data-as-a-Service (DaaS), as it allows users to access software applications and data resources online from anywhere, at any time. Therefore, cloud computing can indeed be viewed as an online SaaS and data environment.

Question 4

Empowerment makes an IT department less productive because it must spend more time responding to the daily concerns of users and less time on high-impact systems development projects that support strategic business goals.

Accepted Answer

Empowerment actually increases productivity by reducing the time IT spends on routine tasks and empowering users to handle simpler issues themselves. This allows IT to focus on high-impact systems development projects that support strategic business goals.

Question 5

In a traditional systems development environment,security issues usually are less complex than with web-based systems,because the system operates on a private company network,rather than the Internet.

Accepted Answer

In a traditional systems development environment, security is often simpler because the system is confined to a private network, reducing exposure to external threats compared to web-based systems that operate over the Internet.

Question 6

Many firms feel that in-house IT resources and capabilities provide a competitive advantage because an in-house team can respond quickly when business problems or opportunities arise.

Accepted Answer

In-house IT resources and capabilities allow for faster responses to business problems or opportunities, which can give a competitive advantage.

Question 7

A company considering outsourcing must realize that the solution can be only as good as the outsourcing firm that provides the service.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. The success of outsourcing depends heavily on the capabilities, expertise, and reliability of the outsourcing firm. If the outsourcing firm is not up to par, it can negatively impact the company's operations and bottom line.

Question 8

A request for quotation (RFQ)is less specific than a request for proposal (RFP).

Accepted Answer

An RFQ is more specific than an RFP as it focuses on obtaining price quotes for clearly defined products or services, while an RFP seeks detailed proposals and solutions, often with more flexibility in the approach.

Question 9

There is a major trend toward web-based architecture;it is rare to find firms that still rely on traditional systems.

Accepted Answer

While there is a trend towards web-based architecture, many firms still rely on traditional systems due to factors like cost, complexity, and specific business needs.

Question 10

Mission-critical IT systems should be outsourced only if the result is a cost-attractive,reliable business solution that fits the company's long-term business strategy.

Accepted Answer

Mission-critical IT systems are integral to the functioning and success of a business, and thus outsourcing them should only be considered if the resulting solution is cost-effective, reliable, and aligns with the company's long-term business strategy.

Question 11

Today's mobile devices have enough computing power to provide processing "at the edge," which means at the end of a network,in the user's hands.

Accepted Answer

Today's mobile devices have become very powerful in terms of computing power, and thus can perform processing tasks at the edge of the network. This allows for faster and more efficient processing, as data can be analyzed and processed in real-time without needing to be transmitted to a centralized server for processing.

Question 12

An ASP provides more than a license to use a software application;it rents an operational package to the customer.

Accepted Answer

An ASP (Application Service Provider) provides not only a license to use a software application but also a complete operational package including hosting, maintenance, and technical support.

Question 13

A subscription model charges a variable fee based on the volume of transactions or operations performed by the application.

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

A software package that can be used by many different types of organizations is called a vertical application.

Accepted Answer

A vertical application is designed for a specific industry or market, while a horizontal application can be used by many different types of organizations.

Question 15

By designing a system in-house,companies can develop and train an IT staff that understands the organization's business functions and information support needs.

Accepted Answer

Designing a system in-house allows companies to develop and train IT staff who are familiar with the organization's business functions and information support requirements.

Question 16

Typically,customers purchase licenses that give them the right to use software under the terms of the license agreement.

Accepted Answer

This is a common practice in the software industry.

Question 17

A user application utilizes standard business software,such as Microsoft Word or Microsoft Excel,which has been configured in a specific manner to enhance user productivity.

Accepted Answer

The statement is true as user applications are often built using standard business software like Microsoft Word or Excel that has been configured to meet specific requirements and enhance productivity.

Question 18

Compared with software developed in-house,a software package is almost always more expensive.

Accepted Answer

Software developed in-house requires resources such as skilled personnel, time for development, and infrastructure. The cost of these resources can often exceed the cost of purchasing a pre-developed software package. Additionally, software packages often have a wider user base, and therefore the cost is spread out among more users, making it more cost-effective in the long run.

Question 19

Benchmark tests must precisely match the day-to-day situation at your company.

Accepted Answer

Benchmark tests are designed to simulate typical workloads and scenarios, but they may not precisely match every specific situation at a company due to varying factors such as unique workflows, hardware, and software configurations.

Question 20

Onshoring is the transfer of information systems development,operation,or maintenance to an outside firm that provides these services,for a fee,on a temporary or long-term basis.

Accepted Answer

Onshoring is actually the opposite of this statement, it refers to bringing back these activities in-house or to a local provider.

Quiz 7: Development Strategies