1.+Task

· Email · Web-based f ile storage, retri ev al and document sharing · Internet discussion and chat f acilities · Teleconferencing (audio and video) They are relying on you to plan, design and implement an information system that could easily to be suited to their needs and make use of new technologies. ||
 * SCENARIO: **
 * ** ALTEC ltd ** is a Sydney based company that focuses on designing advertisements for individuals and businesses. **ALTEC** is currently in its peak period and is struggling to keep up with the high demand from clients. The company has decided to completely eliminate face-to-face meetings but are unsure of the communication system that would be appropriate for their company. **ALTEC** has proposed a range of new technologies that they could utilise to communicate with their clients, including:

** 1. Understanding the Problem ** a) Identify the problems that exist within the present system. (5 marks) b) Outline how the use of the new technologies will help the designer understand the problem and the client’s specifications. (5 marks) c) Discuss the purpose of a requirement report including the aims and objectives of the new system. (5marks)

** 2. Planning ** d) Conduct a feasibility study and report on the benefits, costs and risks of the project. (5 marks) e) Using an application of your choice, construct a Gantt chart to show the implementation time frame. (5 marks) f) Investigate and propose new information technologies that could form part of the new system. (5 marks)

** 3. Designing ** g) Using one or more of the proposed technologies, represent the new communication system diagrammatically on the computer, using a context diagram, data flow diagram, decisions table or storyboard. (5 marks) h) Document the relationship between the new system and users of the information system and their need. (5 marks) i) Describe and explain how the technologies listed can be used to support the work of the project team. (5 marks)

** 4. Implementing ** j) Recommend a method of conversion and critically analyse your choice, providing examples. (10 marks) k) Evaluate the training requirements and demonstrate participant training of the new system. (10 marks)

** 5. Testing, evaluating and maintaining ** l) Distinguish between the new system and the old and develop a plan to ensure the system will be updated each year. (10 marks) m) Critically analyse the effect on users of the information system, participants and people within the environment. (10 marks)

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