ITM 305 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Systems Development Life Cycle, System Analysis, Application Software
Document Summary
Computer application (app) a computer software program that executes on a computing device to carry out a specific set of functions: modest scope. Information system a set of interrelated components that collects, processes, store, and provides as output the information needed complete business tasks: broader in scope than app , includes database and related manual processes. System analysis those activities that enable a person to understand and specify what an information system should accomplish. System design those activities that enable a person to define and describe the system that solves the need. The process consisting of all activities required to build, launch, and maintain an information system. Identify the problem or need and obtain approval. Discover and understand the details of the problem or need. Design the system component that solve the problem. Complete system tests and then deploy the solution.