44222: Information Systems Development Introduction to Module Ian Perry Room: C41C Extension:

Ian Perry 44222: Information Systems Development: Introduction to Module Slide 2 Why this Module?  Business organisations do not operate in a stable environment, hence successful Information Systems Development must be considered an ongoing process.  This module: builds on the skills and understanding developed initially by the Year 2 (i.e. Level 5) modules "Information Systems" and "Database Design & Implementation". explores the trials and tribulations of the Systems Development Life-Cycle.

Ian Perry 44222: Information Systems Development: Introduction to Module Slide 3 Learning Outcomes?  By the end of the module you will be able to: a.Understand the need for continuous information systems development, in the context of the systems development life cycle. b.Apply an appropriate information systems development method. c.Understand the value of team approach to information systems development. d.Analyse a business situation in order to identify information & functional requirements. e.Develop & document a prototype for a computer- based information system that promises to deliver specific information & functional requirements.

Ian Perry 44222: Information Systems Development: Introduction to Module Slide 4 Assessment Method  Two assignments, based upon a common case study scenario: for Ass 1 (40%) you will work as individuals. for Ass 2 (60%) you will work in small teams.  You are required to analyse the organisation described by the case study, in order to: ‘discover’ problems and ‘identify’ information requirements (Ass 1). then ‘document a prototype’ for a computer- based information system, that promises to ‘deliver’ the information requirements and hence ‘solve’ the problems (Ass 2).

Ian Perry 44222: Information Systems Development: Introduction to Module Slide 5 Assignments  Assignment 1 (40% of Module Marks) Title = Problem Statement Mode = Individual Deadline = Wed, 5 th Nov, 2008  Assignment 2 (60% of Module Marks) Title = Prototype Documentation Mode = Team-based Deadline = Wed, 17 th Dec, 2008

Ian Perry 44222: Information Systems Development: Introduction to Module Slide 6 Assignment Hand-in Process  You MUST hand in TWO copies of each Assignment; BOTH copies must be submitted by 3pm of the submission date.  An Electronic Copy (via Turnitin) Class ID:76871 Password:GSDR Assignment 1:Problem Statement (Individual) Assignment 2: Prototype Documentation (Team-based) See the ‘Assessment Method’ page of the ‘ISD Web-site’; in order to find out how to enrol for & use Turnitin.  A Paper Copy (to the School Office) With properly completed Front-sheets, including a Turnitin Paper ID; in the correct drawer of the wooden filing cabinet outside of CH5.

Ian Perry 44222: Information Systems Development: Introduction to Module Slide 7 The HCHE Case Study  High Class Home Electrical (HCHE), the organisation for whom you now work, is described by an on-line Case Study, at the following Web-address:  You will begin to explore this Case Study, on your own, in the first Workshop Session; for now I will ‘set the scene’ for you.

Ian Perry 44222: Information Systems Development: Introduction to Module Slide 8 HCHE - History  Established in the mid 1950's.  Successful electrical wholesale business throughout the 60's and 70's.  Moved to a computer related inventory in mid 80's.  Began experiencing severe business problems in the late 90's.  Called in 'giddens, stanworth + hope' (gs+h), a firm of management consultants, in 2006.

Ian Perry 44222: Information Systems Development: Introduction to Module Slide 9 HCHE – gs+h & You  gs+h produce an annual review of HCHE, which; looks back on the previous year, highlights problems, suggests possible action to combat problems.  You are Management Trainees who have recently joined HCHE and have been assigned to assist the General Manager: By identifying, and suggesting ways of ‘solving’, the problems highlighted by the latest gs+h review (i.e. the 2007/2008 review).

Ian Perry 44222: Information Systems Development: Introduction to Module Slide 10 HCHE – is Complex  The Case Study is intentionally complex, and often seems contradictory. Read it ALL very carefully; and try to work out what IS, and what IS NOT important.  Make sure that you always remain focused on the task at hand, i.e.: To aid the management decision-making of the ‘Main Business’ of the HCHE organisation, by the documentation of a prototype for a ‘viable’ Information System, based solely upon data maintained by the Current Operational Systems.

Ian Perry 44222: Information Systems Development: Introduction to Module Slide 11 HCHE - Example Outputs  The Information System you devise MUST make use of data maintained by the Current Operational Systems of the ‘Main Business’ of HCHE.  You haven’t got direct access to these operational systems, but: you will ‘know’ the structure of the data files that are maintained by the operational systems (by reading the Case Study carefully). and can look at example outputs from some of the operational systems.

Ian Perry 44222: Information Systems Development: Introduction to Module Slide 12 Lectures, Workshops & Deadlines 2.Introduction to Module / Explore the ISD Web-site 3.Review of IS Concepts / Analyse the Case Study 4.Operational & Information Systems / Determine IS Needs 5.Review & Ass 1 Requirements / Document the ‘Problem’ No Lecture -- / Assignment 1 Support Assignment 1 Deadline (Wed, 5 th Nov, 2008) 7.Dynamic Systems Development / Start Working as a Team 8.Prototyping & Documenting a Solution / Choose a Prototyping Application 9.Develop Prototype Screens / Prepare for Interview 10.Review & Ass 2 Requirements / Conduct Interview No Lecture -- / Assignment 2 Support No Lecture -- / Assignment 2 Support Assignment 2 Deadline (Wed, 17 th Dec, 2008)

Ian Perry 44222: Information Systems Development: Introduction to Module Slide 13 ISD Reading List  Avison D E & Fitzgerald G, 2003 [3rd Ed.], Information Systems Development: Methodologies, Techniques and Tools, McGraw-Hill. ISBN: , KDL: AVI  Benyon-Davies P, 2002, Information Systems: An Introduction to Informatics in Organisations, Palgrave. ISBN: , KDL: BEN  Bocij, Chaffey, et al, 2003, Business Information Systems: Technology, Development and Management for the E-business, Pearson Education. ISBN: x, KDL: BOC  Cleary T, 1998, Business Information Technology. Financial Times/Pitman Publishing. ISBN: , KDL: CLE  Cobham & Curtis, 2005 [5th Ed.], Business information Systems: Analysis, Design, and Practice, Financial Times/Prentice Hall. ISBN: , KDL: CUR

Ian Perry 44222: Information Systems Development: Introduction to Module Slide 14 ISD Reading List  Gordon & Gordon, 2004, Information Systems: A Management Approach, Wiley. ISBN: , KDL: GOR  Harry M, 2001, Business Information: A Systems Approach, Pearson Education Limited. ISBN: , KDL: HAR  McManus & Wood-Harper, 2002, Information Systems Project Management: Methods, Tools & Techniques. Financial Times Prentice Hall. ISBN: , KDL: MCM  Martin E W, 2005, Managing Information Technology, 5th ed., Prentice Hall. ISBN: , KDL: MAR  Whiteley D, 2004, Introduction to Information Systems: Organisations, Applications, Technology, and Design, Palgrave Macmillan. ISBN: , KDL: WHI

Ian Perry 44222: Information Systems Development: Introduction to Module Slide 15 Workshops?  The ISD Workshop Sessions will take place; from 2:15 to 4:05, on Mondays, in IT3.  Try NOT to miss any of these sessions I will be taking a register!  Please check that I have your Student ID & Name on my list for the ISD Module.

Ian Perry 44222: Information Systems Development: Introduction to Module Slide 16 This Week’s Workshop  You can’t afford to waste any time this year; for the majority of you, this year counts for 60% of your Degree.  Make sure that you, know your way around the ISD Web-site:  AND have a good look at the requirements for Assignment 1.  AND begin your exploration of the HCHE Case Study.