BMIS 373 Exam 1
Describe the sections of a baseline project plan.
1) introduction 2) system description 3) feasibility assessment 4) management
What are the two aspects of planning?
1) project identification and selection 2) project initiation and planning
What is a methodology?
A methodology is a comprehensive, multi-step approach to problem solving
In which phase of the SDLC are the system requirements studied and structured?
Analysis
______ would be classified as software designed to support the payroll function.
Application software
What of the following is NOT a purpose for a baseline project plan? A) Resources are more quantifiable B) Eliminate risks C) Decide if a project should be rejected D) A depository for information collected during initiation
B) Eliminate risks
what is the term that describes the best estimate of a project's scope, benefits, cost, and resources?
Baseline project plan
Why is PIP challenging?
Because it turns a vague system request into a project description
______ were developed to make systems developer's work easier and more consistent
CASE tools
What is application software?
Computer software that is applied for a specific purpose
Which of the following is NOT a part of the project management process? A) Planning B) Initiating C) Executing D) Adjoining
D) Adjoining
Which of the following is NOT a feature of PERT? A) Uses optimistic estimate B) Uses pessimistic estimate C) Uses realistic estimate D) Calculates budget for a project
D) calculates budget for a project
Describe the PERT technique
ET = O + P + 4R / 6
List the types of project feasibilities
Economic, Technical, Operational, Scheduling, Legal, Political
T/F: New versions or releases of software with associated updates to documentation, training, and support are not part of the maintenance phase.
False
A ____________, which is conducted by the project manager involves determining if the information system makes sense for the organization from an economic and operational standpoint.
Feasibility study
In which phase of the SDLC is the information system coded, tested, installed, and supported in the organization?
Implementation
What is the final activity in the project identification and selection process?
Implementing the IS project
What are the phases of the project management process?
Initiation, planning, execution, closedown
What is activity sequencing?
Involves identifying and documenting the relationships between project activities.
What are the 3 IT project objectives?
On time, on budget, full functionality
A critical path refers to a sequence of task activities whose ______ and _______ directly affect the completion date of a project.
Order, duration
Logical design
all functional features of the system chosen for development in analysis are described independently of any computer platform
A _____________ is an end product of a SDLC phase.
deliverable
A Gantt chart is the graphical representation of a project that shows each task as a _________ bar whose length is proportional to its time for completion.
horizontal
What is the fourth phase in the SDLC?
implementation
Phases of the SDLC
planning, analysis, design, implementation, maintenance
Physical design
the logical specifications of the system from logical design are transformed into the technology-specific details from which all programming and system construction can be accomplished
What is the difference between tangible benefits and intangible?
Tangible benefits can be measured (ex: hardware, labor) Intangible benefits cannot (ex: goodwill, morale)
What is total slack?
The amount of time a task can be delayed without delaying the completion of the project
What does PERT stand for?
Program Evaluation and Review Technique
___________ is a controlled process of initiating, planning, executing, and closing down a project.
Project management
What is the next step taken after project initiation?
Project planning
What are the 5 P's?
Proper Planning Prevents Poor Performance
Who has the primary responsibility for the design and analysis of information systems?
Systems analyst
What is the critical path?
The shortest time in which a project can be completed.
T/F: the part of the design process that is independent of any specific hardware or software platform is referred to as logical design.
True
What makes all projects feasible?
Unlimited resource and infinite time
