Question 1

In a preliminary investigation report, the _____ section contains the results of the preliminary investigation, including a description of the project's scope, constraints, and feasibility.​

Accepted Answer

The findings section of a preliminary investigation report typically contains the results of the investigation, including information on the project's scope, constraints, and feasibility. The appendix may contain supplementary information, but it is not the main section of the report. The introduction sets the stage for the report, while recommendations are typically included in a separate section at the end of the report.

Question 2

The main reasons for systems requests are _____.​

Accepted Answer

The main reasons for systems requests are to improve services to customers, achieve better performance, and reduce costs. Option B, "reduced support for new products and services," is not a common reason for systems requests.

Question 3

In a preliminary investigation report, the _____ section contains a brief description of the system, the name of the person or group performing the investigation, and the name of the person or group who initiated the investigation.​

Accepted Answer

The introduction section of a preliminary investigation report typically provides an overview of the investigation, including details about the system being investigated and the individuals involved. It sets the stage for the rest of the report. The recommendations section outlines proposed solutions or actions, the expected benefits section describes the potential advantages that could result from the recommended actions, and the time and cost estimates section provides an analysis of the resources required to implement the recommendations.

Question 4

Matching
Identify the letters of the choices that best match the sentences or definitions.​
-It shows formal reporting relationships of a group.

Accepted Answer

An organization chart is a visual representation of the formal reporting relationships in a group or company.

Note: None of the other choices have a direct relation to the definition provided.

Question 5

_____ are internal factors that shape corporate IT choices.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of _____ are internal factors that shape corporate...

Question 6

Matching
Identify the letters of the choices that best match the sentences or definitions.​
-Its end product is a report to management.

Accepted Answer

A preliminary investigation's end product is a report to management, detailing findings and recommendations.

Question 7

Case 2-1
​Lara, managing director of an information technology firm, has received a big project from one of their highly valuable clients. However,
the project received is different from the usual projects they handle.
​
-Lara is involved in many other projects so she appoints a project manager for this project to ensure that the project is completed on time. This is an example of _____.​

Accepted Answer

This is an example of schedule feasibility since Lara is appointing a project manager to ensure that the project is completed on time.

Question 8

Matching
Identify the letters of the choices that best match the sentences or definitions.​
-This might propose enhancements for an existing system, the correction of problems, or the development of an entirely new information system.

Accepted Answer

A systems request is a proposal for enhancements, corrections, or new developments in an information system.

Question 9

Matching
Identify the letters of the choices that best match the sentences or definitions.​
-It typically starts with a systems request, followed by a preliminary investigation, which includes a feasibility study.

Accepted Answer

This sentence describes the typical process of systems development.

Answer: H
 This sentence specifically mentions the preliminary investigation phase of systems development.

Answer: J
 This sentence mentions a "case for action," which is often used as a tool in business problem-solving.

Note: None of the other choices are related to the topic of systems development or the sentence given.

Question 10

Case 2-1
​Lara, managing director of an information technology firm, has received a big project from one of their highly valuable clients. However,
the project received is different from the usual projects they handle.
​
-Lara performs certain analyses and ensures that the company's image will not be at risk by taking this project. This is an example of _____.​

Accepted Answer

Lara's analysis is focused on ensuring that the company can feasibly operate and manage the project, so it falls under operational feasibility. Economic feasibility is concerned with whether the project is financially viable, technical feasibility evaluates if the company has the necessary technical capabilities to deliver the project, and schedule feasibility is about whether the project can be completed within the desired timeframe. None of these fully capture the nature of Lara's analysis in this case.

Question 11

Discuss in detail the six main reasons for systems requests, including examples where appropriate.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Discuss in detail the six main reasons...

Question 12

Matching
Identify the letters of the choices that best match the sentences or definitions.​
-It is a summary of a project request and a specific recommendation.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Matching
Identify the letters of the choices that...

Question 13

Matching
Identify the letters of the choices that best match the sentences or definitions.​
-It is a system that provides the right products at the right place at the right time.

Accepted Answer

"Just-in-time" refers to a system that provides the right products at the right place at the right time.

Answer: B
 "Electronic product code" is a technology used in supply chain management to track products and ensure that they are in the right place at the right time.

Answer: C
 "Customer relationship management components" are tools and strategies used to manage and improve interactions with customers, which can be an important part of supply chain management.

Note: None of the other choices are directly related to the definition provided.

Question 14

_____ are external factors that shape corporate IT choices.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of _____ are external factors that shape corporate...

Question 15

Matching
Identify the letters of the choices that best match the sentences or definitions.​
-It is a technology that is expected to overshadow bar code technology in the future.

Accepted Answer

Electronic product code (EPC) is a technology that uses RFID (radio-frequency identification) to track products and is expected to replace bar code technology in the future.

Note: The other choices are unrelated to the given statement.

Question 16

Matching
Identify the letters of the choices that best match the sentences or definitions.​
-They provide automated responses to sales inquiries, online order processing, and inventory tracking.

Accepted Answer

Customer relationship management (CRM) components are designed to automate and manage customer interactions, including sales inquiries, online order processing, and inventory tracking.

Answer: D 
 Systems development is the process of creating or modifying information systems to meet the needs of a business or organization. This can involve the development of software, databases, and other technology solutions.

Answer: G 
 Just-in-time (JIT) is a manufacturing and inventory management philosophy that emphasizes the importance of delivering products and materials to production lines just in time for use. JIT can help reduce costs associated with excess inventory and improve supply chain efficiency.

Note: The other choices do not match the given sentence.

Question 17

Matching
Identify the letters of the choices that best match the sentences or definitions.​
-When assessing this, a systems analyst must consider the interaction between time and costs.

Accepted Answer

Schedule feasibility involves considering the time needed to complete a project and the costs associated with it.

Other options:
B) Electronic product code - unrelated to assessing time and costs
C) Customer relationship management components - unrelated to assessing time and costs
D) Systems development - too broad, doesn't specifically relate to assessing time and costs
E) Electronic proof of delivery - unrelated to assessing time and costs
F) Systems request - unrelated to assessing time and costs
G) Just-in-time - involves inventory management, not project assessment
H) Preliminary investigation - too broad, doesn't specifically relate to assessing time and costs 
I) Organization chart - unrelated to assessing time and costs
J) Case for action - doesn't specifically relate to assessing time and costs.

Question 18

Matching
Identify the letters of the choices that best match the sentences or definitions.​
-With this application, a supplier can use radio frequency identification (RFID) tags on each crate, case, or shipping unit to create a digital shipping list.

Accepted Answer

Electronic proof of delivery (EPoD) is a digital record of the delivery of goods or services. It can be used to track the status of deliveries, provide proof of delivery, and improve customer service.

Question 19

In a preliminary investigation report, the _____ section is included in the report if supporting information must be attached.​

Accepted Answer

The appendix section is typically included in a preliminary investigation report when supporting information needs to be attached to the report. The introduction section provides an overview of the investigation, the findings section presents the results of the investigation, and the recommendations section outlines any suggested actions or improvements based on the findings.

Question 20

A SWOT (Strength, Weakness, Opportunities, and Threats) analysis contributes to the strategic planning process by examining a firm's _____ resources.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of A SWOT (Strength, Weakness, Opportunities, and Threats)...

Quiz 2: Analyzing the Business Case

In a preliminary investigation report, the _____ section contains the results of the preliminary investigation, including a description of the project's scope, constraints, and feasibility.

The main reasons for systems requests are _____.

In a preliminary investigation report, the _____ section contains a brief description of the system, the name of the person or group performing the investigation, and the name of the person or group who initiated the investigation.

Matching Identify the letters of the choices that best match the sentences or definitions. -It shows formal reporting relationships of a group.

_____ are internal factors that shape corporate IT choices.

Matching Identify the letters of the choices that best match the sentences or definitions. -Its end product is a report to management.

Matching Identify the letters of the choices that best match the sentences or definitions. -This might propose enhancements for an existing system, the correction of problems, or the development of an entirely new information system.

Matching Identify the letters of the choices that best match the sentences or definitions. -It typically starts with a systems request, followed by a preliminary investigation, which includes a feasibility study.

Discuss in detail the six main reasons for systems requests, including examples where appropriate.

Matching Identify the letters of the choices that best match the sentences or definitions. -It is a summary of a project request and a specific recommendation.

Matching Identify the letters of the choices that best match the sentences or definitions. -It is a system that provides the right products at the right place at the right time.

_____ are external factors that shape corporate IT choices.

Matching Identify the letters of the choices that best match the sentences or definitions. -It is a technology that is expected to overshadow bar code technology in the future.

Matching Identify the letters of the choices that best match the sentences or definitions. -They provide automated responses to sales inquiries, online order processing, and inventory tracking.

Matching Identify the letters of the choices that best match the sentences or definitions. -When assessing this, a systems analyst must consider the interaction between time and costs.

Matching Identify the letters of the choices that best match the sentences or definitions. -With this application, a supplier can use radio frequency identification (RFID) tags on each crate, case, or shipping unit to create a digital shipping list.

In a preliminary investigation report, the _____ section is included in the report if supporting information must be attached.

A SWOT (Strength, Weakness, Opportunities, and Threats) analysis contributes to the strategic planning process by examining a firm's _____ resources.