Discussion Topics
1. As more companies outsource systems development, will there be less need for inhouse systems analysts? Why or why not?
2. Suppose you tried to explain the concept of throwaway prototyping to a manager,
and she responded by asking, “So, is throwaway prototyping a waste of time and
money?” How would you reply?
3. Select a specific type of vertical application software to investigate. Visit local computer stores and use the Internet to determine what software packages are available.
Describe the features of those packages.
4. Select a specific type of horizontal application software to investigate. Visit local computer stores and use the Internet to determine what software packages are available.
Describe the features of those packages.