Modern Systems Analysis and Design, 10th edition

Published by Pearson (December 11, 2023) © 2024

  • Joseph S Valacich University of Arizona
  • Joey F. George Iowa State University
  • Jeffrey A. Hoffer University of Dayton
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Title overview

Hallmark features of this title

  • Presents description and modeling as compatible analysis/design approaches.
  • Emphasizes usability in both traditional and mobile interfaces.
  • Discusses development/implementation in reference to change management, conversion strategies and organizational factors in systems acceptance.
  • Oral and written communication instruction addresses systems documentation, project/team management, development and acquisition strategies.
  • Revisits 2 cases throughout that illustrate systems development in modern organizations.
  • End-of-chapter summaries, definitions and exercises provide flexible practice and review options for a range of teaching and learning styles.

Table of contents

PART 1: FOUNDATIONS FOR SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT

  1. The Systems Development Environment
  2. The Origins of Software
  3. Managing the Information Systems Project

PART 2: PLANNING

  1. Identifying and Selecting Systems Development Projects
  2. Initiating and Planning Systems Development Projects

PART 3: ANALYSIS

  1. Determining System Requirements
  2. Structuring System Process Requirements
  3. Structuring System Data Requirements

PART 4: SYSTEMS DESIGN, IMPLEMENTATION, AND MAINTENANCE

  1. Designing Databases
  2. Designing Forms and Reports
  3. Designing Interfaces and Dialogues
  4. System Implementation and Maintenance

Glossary of Terms

Glossary of Acronyms

Index

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