Now That We Have Defined And Modeled The Business Requiremen

Now That We Have Defined And Modeled the Business Requirements

Now That We Have Defined And Modeled the Business Requirements

Now that we have defined and modeled the business requirements, the next task is to look at technical solutions. In this section, we will create three technical alternatives that meet business requirements and use feasibility analysis to decide which alternative best meets the needs of our customer. We will then describe the hardware, software, and database components required to meet the alternative, the architecture we propose, and the approximate costs for the project. All of this is done within the context of the system proposal outline, which consolidates all milestone deliverables into one Final Project Paper.

The system proposal (Final Project Paper) includes the following sections:

  • Cover letter
  • Cover or title page of the project
  • Table of contents
  • Executive summary (including recommendations)
  • Outline of system study (all milestone lab assignments)
  • Detailed results of the system study (deliverables from each milestone lab assignment)
  • System alternatives (use system alternative assessment and feasibility matrix)
  • System analysts' recommendation (use system alternative assessment and feasibility matrix)
  • Proposal summary (summarize information into a PowerPoint presentation)
  • Appendices (assorted documentation as needed)

Note: The documents for items 7 and 8, which include system alternatives and the analysts' recommendations, are provided separately for review and incorporation into this final submission.

Paper For Above instruction

The process of developing a comprehensive system proposal begins with defining business requirements and designing possible technical solutions. The primary goal is to identify the most feasible and effective system that aligns with organizational needs and strategic goals. After establishing clear requirements and creating detailed models, the next critical step involves presenting multiple technological alternatives, assessing their practicality, and recommending the most suitable option.

Creating three technical alternatives involves proposing diverse approaches that meet the specified business criteria. These might include different architectures, platforms, or solutions such as cloud-based systems, on-premise servers, or hybrid models. Each alternative should be examined thoroughly in terms of hardware, software, and database components to understand their technical specifications and infrastructure demands. For example, a cloud solution may require scalable virtual servers, specific SaaS applications, and robust internet connectivity. In contrast, an on-premise system might involve physical servers, enterprise software licenses, and dedicated network hardware.

Feasibility analysis is a critical phase where each alternative is evaluated based on technical, economic, operational, and legal considerations. Technical feasibility assesses whether the proposed technology can be implemented given current resources and constraints. Economic feasibility considers project costs versus expected benefits, including hardware acquisition, software licensing, and maintenance expenses. Operational feasibility examines whether the organization can adopt and use the new system effectively, addressing training, user acceptance, and support. Legal feasibility evaluates compliance with applicable regulations and standards.

Once the alternatives are assessed, a comparison matrix helps decide the best option, supported by data on costs, benefits, risks, and feasibility scores. Typically, the most suitable alternative strikes a balance between innovation, cost-effectiveness, scalability, and alignment with strategic objectives.

Following the selection of the optimal alternative, detailed documentation describes the required hardware (servers, networking equipment, user devices), software (operating systems, application packages, middleware), and database components (database management systems, storage solutions). An architectural diagram illustrating how these components interact provides a visual understanding of the proposed system's framework. Cost estimates are developed based on market research, vendor quotes, and resource planning, presenting a clear budget overview for stakeholders.

Finally, this comprehensive technical plan is compiled into the system proposal document, which includes all previous analysis, evaluations, and recommendations. This ensures that decision-makers have a well-structured, evidence-based basis for approving the project and moving forward with implementation.

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