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adaptive method - ANSWER A systems development method that typically uses a
spiral development model, which builds on a series of iterations, to make adapting to
changes easier for all stakeholders.
agile method - ANSWER Systems development method that attempts to develop a
system incrementally, by building a series of prototypes and constantly adjusting
them to user requirements. Related to adaptive method.
app - ANSWER A software application that runs on a mobile device, such as a
smartphone or tablet.
application software - ANSWER Software programs, such as email, word
processors, spreadsheets, and graphics packages, used by employees in typical
office scenarios
B2B (business-to-business) - ANSWER A commercial exchange (e.g., products or
services) between businesses, typically enabled by the Internet or electronic means.
BYOD - ANSWER An equipment management model where employees are in
charge of their devices (e.g., computers, tablets, smartphones) at work, not the IT
department. This includes device selection and setup, program installation and
updating, and network connectivity (including security).
B2C (business-to-consumer) - ANSWER A commercial exchange (e.g., products
or services) between businesses and consumers conducted over the Internet.
business model - ANSWER A graphical representation of business functions that
consist of business processes, such as sales, accounting, and purchasing.
business process - ANSWER A description of specific events, tasks, and desired
results.
business process model (BPM) - ANSWER A graphical representation of one or
more business processes.
business process modeling notation (BPMN) - ANSWER A standard set of shapes
and symbols used to represent events, processes, and workflows in computer-based
modeling tools.
business profile - ANSWER A definition of a company's overall functions,
processes, organization, products, services, customers, suppliers, competitors,
constraints, and future direction
, business rules - ANSWER How a system handles data and produces useful
information. Business rules, also called business logic, reflect the operational
requirements of the business. Examples include adding the proper amount of sales
tax to invoices, calculating customer balances and finance charges, and determining
whether a customer is eligible for a volume-based discount.
business support system - ANSWER Provide job-related information support to
users at all levels of a company.
CASE tool - ANSWER Powerful software used in computer-aided systems
engineering (CASE) to help systems analysts develop and maintain information
systems.
certification - ANSWER A credential an individual earns by demonstrating a certain
level of knowledge and skill on a standardized test.
class - ANSWER A term used in object-oriented modeling to indicate a collection of
similar objects.
computer-aided software (or systems) engineering (CASE) - ANSWER A
technique that uses powerful programs called -these- tools to provide an overall
framework for systems development. The tools support a wide variety of design
methodologies, including structured analysis and object-oriented analysis. Also
referred to as computer-aided systems engineering.
corporate culture - ANSWER A set of beliefs, rules, traditions, values, and attitudes
that define a company and influence its way of doing business
critical thinking skill - ANSWER The ability to compare, classify, evaluate,
recognize patterns, analyze cause and effect, and apply logic. Such skills are valued
in the IT industry.
data - ANSWER The raw material or basic facts used by information systems
data flow diagram (DFD) - ANSWER Graphical representation of the system,
showing it stores, processes, and transforms data into useful information.
ecommerce (electronic commerce) - ANSWER Transactions (e.g., buying and
selling of goods and information) that occur on the Internet. Includes both business-
to-consumer and business-to-business.
deliverable - ANSWER A polished, final product, suitable for its intended use. End
products or deliverables often coincide with the completion of each SDLC phase.
electronic data interchange (EDI) - ANSWER A process that involves the
computer-to-computer transfer of data between companies.
empowerment - ANSWER A business practice that places more responsibility and
accountability throughout all levels of an organization.
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adaptive method - ANSWER A systems development method that typically uses a
spiral development model, which builds on a series of iterations, to make adapting to
changes easier for all stakeholders.
agile method - ANSWER Systems development method that attempts to develop a
system incrementally, by building a series of prototypes and constantly adjusting
them to user requirements. Related to adaptive method.
app - ANSWER A software application that runs on a mobile device, such as a
smartphone or tablet.
application software - ANSWER Software programs, such as email, word
processors, spreadsheets, and graphics packages, used by employees in typical
office scenarios
B2B (business-to-business) - ANSWER A commercial exchange (e.g., products or
services) between businesses, typically enabled by the Internet or electronic means.
BYOD - ANSWER An equipment management model where employees are in
charge of their devices (e.g., computers, tablets, smartphones) at work, not the IT
department. This includes device selection and setup, program installation and
updating, and network connectivity (including security).
B2C (business-to-consumer) - ANSWER A commercial exchange (e.g., products
or services) between businesses and consumers conducted over the Internet.
business model - ANSWER A graphical representation of business functions that
consist of business processes, such as sales, accounting, and purchasing.
business process - ANSWER A description of specific events, tasks, and desired
results.
business process model (BPM) - ANSWER A graphical representation of one or
more business processes.
business process modeling notation (BPMN) - ANSWER A standard set of shapes
and symbols used to represent events, processes, and workflows in computer-based
modeling tools.
business profile - ANSWER A definition of a company's overall functions,
processes, organization, products, services, customers, suppliers, competitors,
constraints, and future direction
, business rules - ANSWER How a system handles data and produces useful
information. Business rules, also called business logic, reflect the operational
requirements of the business. Examples include adding the proper amount of sales
tax to invoices, calculating customer balances and finance charges, and determining
whether a customer is eligible for a volume-based discount.
business support system - ANSWER Provide job-related information support to
users at all levels of a company.
CASE tool - ANSWER Powerful software used in computer-aided systems
engineering (CASE) to help systems analysts develop and maintain information
systems.
certification - ANSWER A credential an individual earns by demonstrating a certain
level of knowledge and skill on a standardized test.
class - ANSWER A term used in object-oriented modeling to indicate a collection of
similar objects.
computer-aided software (or systems) engineering (CASE) - ANSWER A
technique that uses powerful programs called -these- tools to provide an overall
framework for systems development. The tools support a wide variety of design
methodologies, including structured analysis and object-oriented analysis. Also
referred to as computer-aided systems engineering.
corporate culture - ANSWER A set of beliefs, rules, traditions, values, and attitudes
that define a company and influence its way of doing business
critical thinking skill - ANSWER The ability to compare, classify, evaluate,
recognize patterns, analyze cause and effect, and apply logic. Such skills are valued
in the IT industry.
data - ANSWER The raw material or basic facts used by information systems
data flow diagram (DFD) - ANSWER Graphical representation of the system,
showing it stores, processes, and transforms data into useful information.
ecommerce (electronic commerce) - ANSWER Transactions (e.g., buying and
selling of goods and information) that occur on the Internet. Includes both business-
to-consumer and business-to-business.
deliverable - ANSWER A polished, final product, suitable for its intended use. End
products or deliverables often coincide with the completion of each SDLC phase.
electronic data interchange (EDI) - ANSWER A process that involves the
computer-to-computer transfer of data between companies.
empowerment - ANSWER A business practice that places more responsibility and
accountability throughout all levels of an organization.
