Systems Analysis and Development: Methods, Strategies and Tools to Successfully Develop Efficient Technology-based Business Solutions (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781793582874)

Systems Analysis and Development: Methods, Strategies, and Tools to Successfully Develop Efficient Technology-Based Business Solutions provides students a comprehensive exploration of the phases within the software development lifecycle. It is designed to emulate the pathway a systems analyst would navigate during a technology development project, ensuring that readers gain practical insights and understanding of the process from start to finish. The book also addresses the common challenges encountered in system development, offering a suite of strategies, techniques, and perspectives to mitigate these and enhance the likelihood of success in technology innovations.

The content bridges business and technology, introducing core concepts, theories, and frameworks of technology system design without the necessity of advanced technical knowledge. The presentation from both business and technological viewpoints ensures its accessibility to a broad range of students. Each chapter includes specific project activities that collectively guide students through the process of creating a full-fledged project development plan, ideally complemented by a semester-long group project.

Systems Analysis and Development is ideal for courses and programs in management information systems (MIS) and computer information systems.