Using a professionally-oriented approach, Modern Systems Analysis and Design covers the concepts, skills, and techniques essential for systems analysts to successfully develop information systems. The Eighth Edition examines the role, responsibilities, and mindset of systems analysts and project managers. It also looks at the methods and principles of systems development, including the systems development life cycle (SDLC) tool as a strong conceptual and systematic framework. Valuing the practical over the technical, the authors have developed a text that prepares readers to become effective systems analysts in the field.
KEY TOPICS: The Systems Development Environment; The Origins of Software; Managing the Information Systems Project; Identifying and Selecting Systems Development Projects; Initiating and Planning Systems Development Projects; Determining System Requirements; Structuring System Process Requirements; Structuring System Data Requirements; Designing Databases; Designing Forms and Reports; Designing Interfaces and Dialogues; Designing Distributed and Internet Systems; System Implementation; Maintaining Information Systems
MARKET: For anyone interested in a career in systems development and analysis.