Chapter 7

Question 1

Why is it important to analyze the current system before designing a new one?

Answer 1

Before a new system can be designed, the current system needs to be analysed.

Question 2

Describe the methods used to analyze existing systems, including observation, interviews, questionnaires, and document examination.

Answer 2

Observation, interviews, questionnaires and the examination of documents are used to analyse existing systems.

Question 3

How do validation routines play a role in input design to ensure acceptable input?

Answer 3

Input designs uses validation routines to check that the input is acceptable.

Question 4

4. Explain the significance of output formats in the context of system design.

Answer 4

Output formats describe how screen and printed reports will appear.

Question 5

What is the purpose of file and data structures in identifying items of data for input, processing, and storage?

Answer 5

File and data structures must identify the items of data that will be input, processed and stored.

Question 6

Discuss test strategies, test plans, and test designs in the context of system testing.

Answer 6

Test strategies specify how and when testing will take place. Test plans list all of the tests that will be carried out.

Question 7

What are the different methods of system implementation, and when is each method suitable?

Answer 7

Implementation is the changeover from the old to the new system; there are different methods of implementation such as: direct changeover, phased implementation, pilot running, parallel running.

Question 8

Explain the role of documentation in implementing a new system.

Answer 8

Documentation consists of technical and user guides.

Question 9

How is the success of a new system evaluated concerning meeting identified requirements?

Answer 9

Evaluation discusses how successful the new system meets the identified requirements.