1. The research project can be any variety of the type of activities, including but not limited to: Research an IT issue or problem a particular organization is facing, or should/could address  outline the issue, describing how the organization is dealing with it and recommend an appropriate action plan Propose or develop an information system that will improve its operations, services, or change the way it competes Conduct library research on some topic not covered in class or not covered to the depth you like Interview user-managers in an organization concerning important IT issues they are currently facing

2. In your research project, you should: Demonstrating your ability to analyze a business situation and your understanding of IT capabilities Expand your understanding of IT so as to make you a better exploiter of this technology Expand your knowledge Undertake a project that will promote your career and your value to your employer

3. Your term paper should be closely related to one of the following: Data bases Legacy migration Project management Content management

4. Examples of past projects: Analysis and design of a remote customer service system A study of one company’s competitive use of IT in the horse breeding industry Feasibility study for analyzing IT in a long-term care facility EDI Applications within Trim Masters, Inc. Quebecor World Book Services Plant Computer Conversion The Impact of Technology Concerning Today’s Graduates

5. Examples of past projects (continued): Utilizing Technology in the Vending Business: A Case of Candy Girl Enterprises