1. •Works as the same level as the chief
operating officer
•Makes large scale decisions and plans
•Have a business background

2.  Study the theory of computers by
undertaking research
 work on multidisciplinary projects such as
artificial intelligence
 Develop specialized languages and design
knowledge based systems

3.  Also called system analysts
 Look for solutions when an information
system needs to be updated
 Must provide enough detail in the design

4.  Create computer programs as commercial
products or as a part of a company's
information system
 Modify existing programs
 Create entire application from scratch

5.  Must organize and create the instructional
manuals called documentation use online
help authors to develop these complex
systems

6.  Also known as purchasing agents
 Choose supplies for system components and
negotiate the terms for purchasing or leasing
these items