1. Systems Analysis Project
Presentation

2. Objectives
Systems Analysts are often called upon to give presentations. This assignment will provide you with the opportunity to practice this skill.

3. Presentation Content
The content will be drawn from your Deliverable # 1&2. Content will include:
Background – business and sponsor
Problem – describe the problem area associated with your project and project scope
Choose 1 event – model how it is carried out today, how it will work when new information system is implemented – Use your activity diagrams from Del 2
OPTIONAL: If you have given any thought to HOW information system should be implemented, you can describe – this is not mandatory.
OPTIONAL: You could show the following diagrams: Context diagrams, Requirements (Functional/ non-functional), sample of activity diagrams

4. Deliverable Powerpoint presentation (on computer)
10-15 minute presentation
Everyone in the group will speak

5. Presentation Format
Choose a visually appealing design template appropriate for projection. Careful with font size – should not have any bullets with font size < 20 point.
Each slide should have a footer with the following information:
Left – Date
Center – <Name of Your Project> Presentation
Right – Page Number

6. Document Contents Title Page Background Problem Event
Organization
Sponsor
Problem
Problem area – why did you choose
Project Scope – use your context diagram to describe
Event
Describe the event you have chosen
Diagram: How does it work today (issues!!)
Diagram: How it will work in future (issues solved)
Implementation Options
Optional – will not count against those who do no to do.

7. Presentation Flow Introduction Body Conclusion
Tell them what you are going to tell them
Body
Content
Conclusion
Recap
Ask for questions

8. Style Speak slowly Address the whole room (avoid bias)
Brief Eye Contact with audience members

9. Process
Send me your presentation before class, if possible. I will post it on our 415 website.
If you can’t get the presentation to me prior to class, please ensure you have it on a diskette.
BRING A HARD COPY OF THE PRESENTATION TO CLASS IN CASE OUR TECHNOLOGY FAILS US!

10. Evaluation 3 factors will be considered Content 20%
Presentation material (40%)
Presentation delivery (40%)