Question 1

The matrix that identifies which data are created,updated,accessed,or deleted in each system is:
A)data entity-to-information system
B)process-to-information system
C)information system-to-objective
D)process-to-data entity

Accepted Answer

The matrix that identifies which data are created, updated, accessed, or deleted in each system is known as a data entity-to-information system matrix. This matrix helps to ensure that each data entity is mapped to the appropriate information system and helps to identify the relationship between the data entity and the information system. Option B, C, and D are not appropriate because they do not accurately describe the matrix in question.

Question 2

An advantage of the bottom-up planning approach is:
A)identifying pressing organizational problems
B)broader perspective
C)improved integration
D)better understanding

Accepted Answer

The advantage of bottom-up planning approach is identifying pressing organizational problems, which implies that the approach allows the identification of problems and challenges facing the organization from the employees' perspective. This enables the organization to address these problems and improve its efficiency and productivity. Therefore, choice A is the best option. Choice B is incorrect since the bottom-up approach is typically narrow in scope, as it relies on input from employees at the lower levels. Choice C is also incorrect as the bottom-up approach may result in fragmented plans that lack integration. Choice D may be true but is not as relevant as choice A.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the top-down planning approach advantage,improved integration?
A)If not viewed from the top,totally new management information systems may be implemented rather than planning how to evolve existing systems.
B)If not viewed from the top,planners may lack sufficient management acceptance of the role of information systems in helping them achieve business objectives.
C)If not viewed from the top,planners may lack the understanding necessary to implement information systems across the entire business rather than simply to individual operating units.
D)If not viewed from the top,information systems may be implemented without first understanding the business from general management's viewpoint.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following best describes the...

Question 4

The second planning process that can play a significant role in the quality of project identification and selection decisions is called:
A)strategic alignment
B)cost/benefit analysis
C)information systems planning
D)incremental commitment

Accepted Answer

Information systems planning is crucial in ensuring that the projects selected align with the organization's overall goals and technological capabilities, thereby improving the quality of project identification and selection decisions.

Question 5

The process of arranging planning matrix information so that clusters of information with some predetermined level or type of affinity are placed next to each other on a matrix report defines:
A)grouping
B)isolating
C)affinity clustering
D)trend analysis

Accepted Answer

The process of arranging planning matrix information so that clusters of information with some predetermined level or type of affinity are placed next to each other on a matrix report is known as affinity clustering. It involves grouping related information together to make it easier to analyze and draw insights from the data. Therefore, option C is the best choice. The other options (grouping, isolating, and trend analysis) do not accurately describe this process.

Question 6

Matrices of the target or "future" situation are sometimes called:
A)forward-looking matrices
B)"to be" matrices
C)candidate matrices
D)proposed matrices

Accepted Answer

Matrices of the target or "future" situation are often referred to as "to be" matrices, indicating the desired state or condition.

Question 7

Which of the following is the first ISP step?
A)Develop target blueprints
B)Assess current IS-related assets
C)Define a series of scheduled projects
D)Assign resources

Accepted Answer

The first step in an ISP (Information Systems Planning) process is to assess current IS-related assets, which includes evaluating the current state of hardware, software, networks, and other infrastructure that support the organization's information systems. This step helps to identify strengths and weaknesses in the current systems, which can then be used to guide the development of future plans and projects. Developing target blueprints, defining scheduled projects, and assigning resources all come later in the ISP process, after the initial assessment has been completed.

Question 8

A generic information systems planning methodology that identifies and defines IS development projects based on solving operational business problems or taking advantage of some business opportunities defines:
A)democratic planning
B)bottom-up planning
C)top-down planning
D)foundation planning

Accepted Answer

Bottom-up planning is a methodology that focuses on identifying and defining IS development projects based on solving operational business problems or taking advantage of business opportunities.

Question 9

An orderly means of assessing the information needs of an organization and defining the systems,databases,and technologies that will best satisfy those needs best defines:
A)information systems planning
B)mission statement
C)objective statement
D)competitive strategy

Accepted Answer

Information systems planning is the process of assessing an organization's information needs and defining the systems, databases, and technologies that will best satisfy those needs. A mission statement defines an organization's purpose, objective statement defines the organization's goals, and competitive strategy defines how an organization will compete in the market. None of these fully encompass the definition of information systems planning.

Question 10

The matrix that identifies the relationships between organizational entities and each business function is:
A)unit-to-function
B)location-to-unit
C)function-to-process
D)entity-to-process

Accepted Answer

The unit-to-function matrix identifies the relationships between organizational entities (units) and each business function.

Question 11

Which of the following is a true statement regarding ISP?
A)During ISP,the current and future information needs of an organization are modeled.
B)Strategies and project plans to migrate the current information systems and technologies to their desired future state are developed.
C)ISP is a top-down process that takes into account the outside forces (industry,economic,relative size,geographic region,etc. ).
D)All of the above.

Accepted Answer

During ISP, the current and future information needs of an organization are modeled, strategies and project plans to migrate the current information systems and technologies to their desired future state are developed, and ISP is a top-down process that takes into account the outside forces (industry, economic, relative size, geographic region, etc.). Therefore, option D is the correct answer.

Question 12

This approach begins by conducting an extensive analysis of the organization's mission,objectives,and strategy and determining the information requirements needed to meet each objective:
A)foundation planning
B)democratic planning
C)top-down planning
D)bottom-up planning

Accepted Answer

Top-down planning involves analyzing the organization's mission, objectives, and strategy to determine the information requirements needed to meet each objective.

Question 13

The third activity in the ISP process is:
A)describe the target situation,trends,and constraints
B)describe the current situation
C)developing a transition strategy and plans
D)develop the logical design

Accepted Answer

The answer of The third activity in the ISP process...

Question 14

Which of the following best describes the top-down planning approach advantage,better understanding?
A)If not viewed from the top,totally new management information systems may be implemented rather than planning how to evolve existing systems.
B)If not viewed from the top,planners may lack sufficient management acceptance of the role of information systems in helping them achieve business objectives.
C)If not viewed from the top,planners may lack the understanding necessary to implement information systems across the entire business rather than simply to individual operating units.
D)If not viewed from the top,information systems may be implemented without first understanding the business from general management's viewpoint.

Accepted Answer

The top-down planning approach advantage is that it ensures planners have a better understanding of the entire business rather than just individual units. This could be impeded if the planning does not start from the top management level, as the planners may lack the necessary understanding to implement information systems across the entire business. Options A, B, and D describe potential drawbacks of not using a top-down planning approach.

Question 15

Which of the following is an advantage of the bottom-up planning approach?
A)By using the bottom-up approach,a broader perspective can be achieved.
B)IS plans can be created faster and are less costly to develop than using the top-down approach.
C)By using the bottom-up approach,planners may gain the understanding necessary to implement information systems across the entire business.
D)By using the bottom-up approach,planners will have sufficient management acceptance of the role of information systems in helping them achieve business objectives.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is an advantage...

Question 16

This approach requires the identification of business problems and opportunities used to define projects:
A)foundation planning
B)democratic planning
C)top-down planning
D)bottom-up planning

Accepted Answer

Bottom-up planning involves identifying business problems and opportunities at the lower levels of an organization and using these to define projects. It allows for input and ideas from all levels, promoting collaboration and a sense of ownership.

Question 17

The second activity in the ISP process is:
A)describe the target situation,trends,and constraints
B)describe the current situation
C)develop a transition strategy and plans
D)develop the logical design

Accepted Answer

The second activity in the ISP process is to describe the target situation, trends, and constraints. This activity involves identifying the desired future state of the organization, as well as the factors that will influence the organization's ability to achieve this state.

Question 18

A generic information systems planning methodology that attempts to gain a broad understanding of the information system needs of the entire organization defines:
A)bottom-up planning
B)top-down planning
C)democratic planning
D)foundation planning

Accepted Answer

Top-down planning is a generic information systems planning methodology that attempts to gain a broad understanding of the information system needs of the entire organization. It involves obtaining an overall strategic view of the organization, identifying its main objectives and goals, and then determining how the information system can support these objectives and goals. It is a centralized approach to planning and can help ensure that information systems are aligned with the strategic direction of the organization.

Question 19

Which of the following is an advantage to the top-down planning approach over other planning approaches?
A)broader perspective
B)improved integration
C)better understanding
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

The top-down planning approach offers a broader perspective, improved integration between goals and objectives, and better understanding of the overall strategy. Therefore, all of the above advantages are applicable to the top-down planning approach.

Question 20

Which of the following is a CASE tool feature that can help you make sense out of matrices?
A)management of information
B)matrix construction
C)matrix analysis
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the features listed can help make sense out of matrices. Management of information allows you to store and retrieve matrices, matrix construction allows you to create and edit matrices, and matrix analysis allows you to perform operations on matrices.

Quiz 4: Identifying and Selecting Systems Development Projects

The matrix that identifies which data are created,updated,accessed,or deleted in each system is:

An advantage of the bottom-up planning approach is:

Which of the following best describes the top-down planning approach advantage,improved integration?

The second planning process that can play a significant role in the quality of project identification and selection decisions is called:

The process of arranging planning matrix information so that clusters of information with some predetermined level or type of affinity are placed next to each other on a matrix report defines:

Matrices of the target or "future" situation are sometimes called:

Which of the following is the first ISP step?

A generic information systems planning methodology that identifies and defines IS development projects based on solving operational business problems or taking advantage of some business opportunities defines:

An orderly means of assessing the information needs of an organization and defining the systems,databases,and technologies that will best satisfy those needs best defines:

The matrix that identifies the relationships between organizational entities and each business function is:

Which of the following is a true statement regarding ISP?

This approach begins by conducting an extensive analysis of the organization's mission,objectives,and strategy and determining the information requirements needed to meet each objective:

The third activity in the ISP process is:

Which of the following best describes the top-down planning approach advantage,better understanding?

Which of the following is an advantage of the bottom-up planning approach?

This approach requires the identification of business problems and opportunities used to define projects:

The second activity in the ISP process is:

A generic information systems planning methodology that attempts to gain a broad understanding of the information system needs of the entire organization defines:

Which of the following is an advantage to the top-down planning approach over other planning approaches?

Which of the following is a CASE tool feature that can help you make sense out of matrices?