Shruti Speak's

Systems Analysis Systems analysis includes a review of the present information system to assess its capabilities and shortcomings; specification of system goals, objectives, and constraints; a survey of potential system users to assess their information needs; identification and analysis of alternative system concepts; specification a system concept; and system requirements analysis and specification.This phase includes an analysis of major system functions and the development of a system architecture (identification of the major system components and their interrelationships). Heavy emphasis is placed on end-user requirements. It is essential to involve the end-user in the system requirements activity, to insure the development of a system that is fully responsive the user's needs. The review of the current system and survey of potential users can be done by a variety of means, including review of documentation, site visits, questionnaire surveys, interviews, and focus-group discu...