Evaluating Methods of Systems Development: A Management Survey

Abstract

Senior managers should ensure that the processes used to develop computer-based Information systems in their organizations are efficient and effective. To do this, senior managers must plan and control the use of IS resources. Based on recent research, this article identifies the areas that suggest the lack of relevant management practices, including lack of senior management support, lack of standard systems development methods, and lack of concern for software maintenance. These potential problems are presented for both MIS and senior managers to consider if these problems exist in their organizations, to evaluate whether such findings are significant, and to take the appropriate measures to correct these problems.

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Charles R. Necco

professor of management information systems in the school of business and public administration at California State University, Sacramento. He has more than 25 years of experience in MIS as both a practitioner and an academic. His previous job positions include computer programmer, systems analyst, data center manager, and consultant to various organizations. His major teaching and research interest is in systems analysis and design, fourth-generation languages, and decision support systems. He received BSIE and MBA degrees from the University of Michigan and a PhD in business from the University of Illinois.