Information Systems for Business
- Subject Code :
BCO1102
BCO1102 Information Systems for Business
VUIS Scoping Report Template
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY (100 words)
Must have actual findings from the report. Delete this line in the final report.
Table of Contents
Selection of the System Recommendation 1
Description of thew System Recommendation 2
Cloud Computing Recommendation 3
Implementation Issues Recommendation 4
REFERENCE LIST (10 references)
Update table of contents before submission: use the Microsoft Word Ribbon References and then choose Table of Contents. Delete this line when finished.
GLOSSARY 10 items
Complete a table showing terms that may be confusing to the reader at least 10 terms
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INTRODUCTION (150 words)
This section is designed to tell the reader what this report is about and to provide a guide to the remaining sections of the report. It should obviously provide contextual information, that is, relate to the topic and the case study. It should contain a few paragraphs. It often finishes with a short paragraph telling the reader what is in the rest of the report.
DISCUSSION (1500 words)
Backgroundof Client IndustryRecommendation 1
Discuss
In this section you should describe the case study client industry in your own words.
- What Industry is the client in?
- How big is the Industry globally?
- How big is the industry in Australian?
- What are the limitations in this Industry?
- How did Covid impact this Industry in Australia?
- Who are the 3 main competitors and their market share for the case study company?
Your recommendation: Name three main competitors for the client.
Selection of the System Recommendation 2
In this section you will select the eCommerce package from 3 providers; Lecturer will provide. Make sure you discuss in the context of the case study. You could use the KT-DA from BPD1100 or another comparison method.
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Discuss
- What products/services are being taken online?
- What will be the main business processes and functions addressed in the recommended eComm system?
- Compare three available eCommerce providers, Square Online, Wix and Square Space. Use a comparison table here.
Your recommendation: What eCommerce provider is recommended and why?
Description of the System Recommendation 3
Each Team will be allocated a package to analyse.
In this section you take the decision made in Recommendation 1 and give further details on the eCommerce provider that has been chosen. Make sure you discuss in the context of the case study.
Discuss
- What features does the eCommerce package provide?
- What are the limitations of the package?
- Compare the differing pricing levels of the eCommerce package; basic, advanced etc.
- Detail the cost structure of the system, including upfront, monthly and ongoing costs.
- Nominate three organisations that used this package.
Your recommendation: The level of pricing & service/functionality to be chosen, eg. Basic, advanced etc
Cloud Computing Recommendation 4
This section is giving the client a background of Cloud Computing. Many eComm platforms utilise Cloud and you should inform your client of the options that Cloud presents.
Discuss
Types of Cloud Systems
Explain key terms and cite additional references to demonstrate research and illustrate understanding.
Issues and Benefits of Cloud Systems
Describe in detail the challenges and issues involved when introducing such a system to an organisation (e.g. staff resistance to change). Describe in detail the benefits achieved when introducing such a system to an organisation (e.g. improved customer satisfaction).
Current Trends and Examples in Cloud Computing.
If you have found something in your research such as a new trend or an example of the use of your type of system then outline it here. Make it specific to the type of eComm platform the client may use.
Your recommendation: Give two specific examples of how the use of Cloud could benefit the client eComm solution.
Implementation Issues Recommendation 5
In this section you will discuss several issues that relate to the implementation of the eCommerce package. Make sure you discuss in the context of the case study.
Discuss
Training
- What training requirements are needed for the staff?
- Who will actually do the training?
Risk
- What sorts of risks are likely in rolling out the new eCommerce system?
- Use a risk table to represent the 5 main risks.
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Likelihood of occurring 1-low..10-high |
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Roll-out
- How will the system be rolled out; big bang, phased or pilot?
- What is the length of time for the roll-out from start to finish?
- Which internal staff will be involved in the rollout?
- Prepare a roll-out plan (gannt chart) for the the roll-out, see below.
Security
- What are the top three security issues that need to be considered in implementing the eComm systems?
- How will be security issues be managed?
Your recommendation: What the top security, risk, rollout and training requirement.
CONCLUSION (50 words)
Summarise the main points from your report
REFERENCE LIST (10 references)
Include a Harvard format reference list containing every reference cited in the body of your report. Every entry here must have a matching citation e.g. (Shackleton 2010) somewhere in the report
