Business RequirementsReference number Document Control

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Business Requirements
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1.1
Project Overview
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1.2
Background including current process
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1.3
Scope
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1.3.1
Scope of Project
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1.3.2
Constraints and Assumptions
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1.3.3
Risks
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1.3.4
Scope Control
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1.3.5
Relationship to Other Systems/Projects

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1.3.6
Definition of Terms (if applicable)
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1 Business Requirements
1.1 Project Overview
Provide a short, yet complete, overview of the project.
1.2 Background including current process
Describe the background to the project, (same section may be
reused in the Quality Plan) include:
This project is
The project goal is to
The IT role for this project is
1.3 Scope
1.3.1 Scope of Project
The scope of this project includes a number of areas. For each
area, there should be a corresponding strategy for incorporating
these areas into the overall project.
Applications
In order to meet the target production date, only these
applications will be implemented:
Sites
These sites are considered part of the implementation:
Process Re-engineering
Re-engineering will

Customization
Customizations will be limited to
Interfaces
the interfaces included are:
Architecture
Application and Technical Architecture will
Conversion
Only the following data and volume will be considered for
conversion:
Testing
Testing will include only
Funding
Project funding is limited to
Training
Training will be
Education
Education will include
1.3.2 Constraints and Assumptions
The following constraints have been identified:
The following assumptions have been made in defining the
scope, objectives and approach:
1.3.3 Risks
The following risks have been identified as possibly affecting

the project during its progression:
1.3.4 Scope Control
The control of changes to the scope identified in this document
will be managed through the Change Control, with business
owner representative approval for any changes that affect cost
or timeline for the project.
1.3.5 Relationship to Other Systems/Projects
It is the responsibility of the business unit to inform IT of other
business initiatives that may impact the project. The following
are known business initiatives:
1.3.6 Definition of Terms (if applicable)
List any definitions that will be used throughout the duration of
the project.
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Project Deliverable 1: Project Plan Inception
Overview
This assignment consists of two sections: a project introduction
and a project plan. You must submit both sections as separate
files for the completion of this assignment. Label each file name
according to the section of the assignment it is written for.
Additionally, you may create and/or assume all necessary
assumptions needed for the completion of this assignment.
You are currently the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for an
innovative Internet-based company with gross revenues of more

than $35 million dollars per year. During an executive
leadership meeting, you were told that your company will be
merging with a multinational company of equal size and you
will be responsible for developing a project plan to strategically
integrate all systems, including databases and infrastruc ture.
The Chief Executive Officer has given you 60 days to deliver an
information technology project plan in anticipation of the
company merger. Your company will be expanding from one
floor to three floors within six months.
Since this merger will be bringing two fairly equal-sized
companies together under one roof, the infrastructure must be
redesigned to accommodate the increased needs. Your company
currently uses operational systems and relational databases but
desires to expand into data warehousing. All information
technology (hardware and software) must be redesigned to meet
organizational needs. The solution should be implemented in
either a hosted solution, on-site solution, or a hybrid model.
The CEO is expecting you to integrate different technolo gies
from different solution providers and incorporate industry best
practices in connection with the development of technological
systems. In addition, the CEO is extremely interested in cloud
technologies and virtualization but is leery of security issues;
however, the CEO is sure that you will implement proper
security protocols. The company currently consists of twenty-
five employees but is expected to increase to 65 employees
when the merger is complete.
Instructions
Section 1: Project Introduction
Write a 4–6 page project introduction that documents the
current state of the organization prior to any development or
enhancements, takes into account all the information given
above, and includes the following:
1. Background information of the company.
2. Details regarding the type of business activities that the
company is engaged in.
3. Speculation on outsourcing and offshoring opportunities.

4. A description of the current information systems that the
company has to support the business. The description should
include an overview of the following: operational systems,
databases, and data warehousing; cloud technology and
virtualization; and network infrastructure and security.
5. The use of at least two quality resources in this
assignment. Note: Wikipedia and similar Websites do not
qualify as quality resources.
This course requires the use of Strayer Writing Standards. For
assistance and information, please refer to the Strayer Writing
Standards link in the left-hand menu of your course. Check with
your professor for any additional instructions.
Section 2: Project Plan
Use Microsoft Project to create a project plan (summary and
detailed) template. The project plan should:
6. Record all tasks, subtasks, resources, and time related to the
project.
7. Outline the planning, analysis, design, and implementation
phases.
8. Develop in accordance with the SDLC.
The specific course learning outcome associated with this
assignment is:
. Create a project introduction document and project plan
template to initiate a project.
Project Deliverable 2: Business Requirements
Overview
This assignment consists of two sections: a business
requirements document and a project plan. You must submit
both sections as separate files for the completion of this
assignment. Label each file name according to the section of the
assignment it is written for. Additionally, you may create and/or
assume all necessary assumptions needed for the completion of
this assignment.
Documenting the existing IT network and system is an

important first step, but you, the CIO, know that capturing the
needed changes can be critical to your success as an executive.
You know that procuring and documenting quality business
requirements is an important step toward the design of quality
information systems. Completion of a quality requirements
document allows user needs and expectations to be captured, so
that infrastructure and information systems can be designed
properly. Using the requirements document provided in the
online course as a part of the requireme nts gathering process,
you are to assess the needs of the company as it prepares to
become a multinational organization. You must consider current
and future trends and requirements; however, assumptions
should be realistic and carefully considered. The needs of the
organization should be documented. Later deliverables will
focus on specifics of all requirements.
Instructions
Section 1: Business Requirements Document
Write a four to six page original business requirements
document for the project plan using the Week 4 Business
Requirement Document Template. Note: The template can also
be found in the Student Center of the online course.
Describe the project needs, including the following:
1. Describe the scope and analyze how to control the scope.
2. Speculate and give justifications for how to control scope.
3. Identify possible risks, constraints, and assumptions.
4. Describe the needed integration with other systems and
infrastructure. Note: database and data warehousing, cloud
technology and virtualization, and network infrastructure and
security.
5. Assess the human capital that may be needed to complete the
project, ensuring that necessary skill sets are identified.
6. Speculate on possible outsourcing or offshoring needs that
may be required to accomplish project.
7. Define relevant terms that will be used throughout the
project.
8. Include cost projections for staffing, infrastructure, and other

resources.
9. Use at least two quality resources in this assignment. Note:
Wikipedia and similar websites do not qualify as quality
resources.
Section 2: Revised Project Plan
Use Microsoft Project to:
10. Update the project plan (summary and detail) template, from
Project Deliverable 1: Project Plan Inception, with 3–5 new
project tasks, each consisting of 5–10 subtasks.
assignment is:
. Write a business requirements document for a project plan.
Project Deliverable 3: Database and Data Warehousing Design
Overview
This assignment consists of two sections: a design document
and a revised project plan. You must submit both sections as
separate files for the completion of this assignment. Label each
file name according to the section of the assignment it is written
for. Additionally, you may create and/or assume all necessary
assumptions needed for the completion of this assignment.
One of the main functions of any business is to transform data
into information. The use of relational databases and data
warehousing has gained recognition as a standard for
organizations. A quality database design makes the flow of data
seamless. The database schema is the foundation of the
relational database. The schema defines the tables, fields,
relationships, views, indexes, and other elements. The schema
should be created by envisioning the business, processes, and
workflow of the company. Since your company is an innovative
Internet-based company, movement toward data warehousing

seems to be one of the most viable options to give your
company a competitive advantage; however, these concepts
must be explained to the executive board in a manner to garner
support.
Instructions
Section 1: Design Document
Write a 6–10 page design document in which you:
1. Support the need for the use of relational databases and data
warehousing. From a management standpoint, it may be
important to show the efficiencies that can be gained for
executive oversight.
2. Create a database schema that supports the company’s
business and processes. Explain and support the database
schema with relevant arguments that support the rationale for
the structure. Note: The minimum requirement for the schema
should entail the tables, fields, relationships, views, and
indexes.
3. Identify and create database tables with appropriate field-
naming conventions. Then, identify primary keys and foreign
keys, and explain how referential integrity will be achieved.
Normalize the database tables to third normal form (3NF).
4. Identify and create an Entity-Relationship (E-R) Diagram
relating the tables of the database schema through the use of
graphical tools in Microsoft Visio or an open source alternative
such as Dia. Note: The graphically depicted solution is not
included in the required page length but must be included in the
design document appendix. Explain the rationale behind the
design of your E-R Diagram.
5. Identify and create a Data Flow Diagram (DFD) relating the
tables of your database schema through the use of graphical
tools in Microsoft Visio or an open source alternative such as
Dia. Note: The graphically depicted solution is not included in
the required page length but must be included in the design
document appendix. Explain the rationale behind the design of
your DFD.
6. Illustrate the flow of data including both inputs and outputs

for the use of a data warehouse. The diagram should map data
between source systems, operational systems, data warehouses
and specified data marts. Note: The graphically depicted
solution is not included in the required page length.
Project Deliverable 2: Business Requirements, with 3–5ï»¿ new
project tasks, each consisting of 5–10 subtasks.
assignment is:
· Prepare a design document proposing the configuration of
database and data warehousing technologies to meet business
requirements for a project.
Project Deliverable 4: Cloud Technology and Virtualization
Overview
With the merger of your company with a multinational
company, you have come to realize that progressive solutions
are necessary to defray some of the associated information
technology costs. Company executives believe that using cloud
technology and virtualization is becoming the standard for
companies that are engaged in Internet-based technologies.
Your company is on the verge of global marketing and
competition; therefore, your company needs to make smarter
decisions and improve global business performance. Cloud
technology and virtualization are believed to provide busi ness
insights without enormous infrastructure enhancements. The
executive board is aware of the profound benefits of cloud
technology and virtualization but is apprehensive because they
are unfamiliar with the look and feel of the technology. The
executive team is interested in your recommendations and

eagerly waiting for your forward-thinking viewpoint.
Instructions
Section 1: Design Document
Write a 4–6 page design document in which you:
1. Support the need for the use of cloud technology and
virtualization within the company.
2. Assess expected cost savings in hardware infrastructure.
3. Determine the possible reductions of human capital that can
be realized from implementing cloud and virtualization
technologies.
4. Create a diagram through the use of Microsoft Visio or an
open source alternative such as Dia to illustrate how cloud and
virtualization technology could align with the company’s
business processes and assist with attainment of organizational
goals. Note: The graphically depicted solution is not included in
the required page length but must be included in the design
document appendix.
5. Provide a compelling recommendation for solution providers
and partners that could help the company secure a firm
competitive advantage by using cloud and virtualization
technologies.
Project Deliverable 3: Database and Data Warehousing Design,
with 3–5 new project tasks each consisting of 5–10 subtasks.
assignment is:
. Evaluate the benefits of using cloud technology and
virtualization for an organization.

Project Deliverable 5: Network Infrastructure and Security
Overview
This assignment consists of two sections: an infrastructure
document and a revised project plan. You must submit both
sections as separate files for the completion of this assignment.
Label each file name according to the section of the assignment
it is written for. Additionally, you may create and/or assume all
necessary assumptions needed for the completion of this
assignment.
With the parameters set forth at the onset of the project, present
the infrastructure and security policy that will support the
expected development and growth of the organization. The
network solution that is chosen should support the conceived
information system and allow for scalability. The network
infrastructure will support organizational operations; therefore,
a pictorial view of workstations, servers, routers, bridges,
gateways, and access points should be used. Since the company
will be merging with a multinational company, virtualization
and cloud technology should be taken into consideration. In
addition, access paths for Internet access should be depicted. A
narrative should be included to explain all the nodes of the
network and the rationale for the design. Lastly, using the
Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability (CIA) Triangle,
define the organizational security policy.
Instructions
Section 1: Infrastructure Document
Write a 5–10 page infrastructure document in which you:
1. Identify possible network infrastructure vulnerabilities.
Address network vulnerabilities with the appropriate security
measures. Ensure that consideration is given to virtualization
and cloud technology.
2. Design a logical and physical topographical layout of the
planned network through the use of graphical tools in Microsoft
Word or Visio, or an open source alternative such as Dia.
Explain the rationale for the logical and physical topographical
layout of the planned network. Note: The graphically depicted

solution is not included in the required page length.
3. Illustrate the possible placement of servers, including access
paths to the Internet and firewalls. Note: facility limitations,
workstations, printers, routers, switches, bridges, and access
points should be considered in the illustration.
4. Create and describe a comprehensive security policy for the
company that will:
1. Protect the company infrastructure and assets by applying the
principals of CIA. Note: CIA is a widely used benchmark for
evaluation of information systems security, focusing on the
three core goals of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of
information.
2. Address ethical aspects related to employee behavior,
contractors, password usage, and access to networked resources
and information.
Project Deliverable 4: Cloud Technology and Virtualization,
with 3–5 new project tasks each consisting of 5–10 subtasks.
assignment is:
. Prepare a design document proposing the configuration of a
secure network infrastructure and a security policy to protect
company assets.
Project Deliverable 6: Final Project Plan
Overview
This assignment consists of four sections: a written project
plan, a revised business requirements document, a project plan
PowerPoint presentation, and the finalized project plan. You
must submit the four sections as separate files for the

completion of this assignment. Label each file name according
to the section of the assignment it is written for. Additionally,
you may create and/or assume all necessary assumptions needed
for the completion of this assignment.
While taking all business and project parameters into
consideration, make quality assumptions to support the
following requirements.
Instructions
Section 1: Written Project Plan
You are now in the final stage of the project plan development.
All previous documentation should be combined into one
document that will serve as the statement of work for the
project. Your goal is to have the project approved by the
executive team. The project plan should be very detailed, which
is appropriate to accomplish the monumental task of
implementation; however, the executive team is only interested
in a 30-minute summation. Therefore, you also must create a
compelling executive summary that is supported by your detail
that convinces the executive team that it should move forward
with your solution.
Develop a 30–40 page project plan in which you:
1. Write a 5–10 page executive summary in which you provide a
high-level technical overview of your project where you address
the following:
1. Describe the scope of the project and control measures.
2. Describe the goals and objectives of the project.
3. Give a detailed, realistically estimated cost analysis of the
entire project, including technical resources (human capital)
that may be needed to complete the project.
4. Relate the value of the project plan solution to the
competitive advantage that information technology will afford
the organization.
5. Provide all aspects of the information technology
implementation into the project plan.
6. Recommend solution providers who can assist with

development and implementation. Include a cost analysis of at
least three providers.
2. Combine all previous documentation for Project Deliverables
1–5 in which you:
1. Provide all aspects of the information technology
implementation into the project plan.
2. Revise the documentation based on feedback from the earlier
evaluation of the deliverable.
3. Use at least five quality resources in this assignment. Note:
Wikipedia and similar Websites do not qualify as quality
resources.
Section 2: Revised Business Requirements Document
Document all revisions made to the written project plan in the
Document Control section of the business requirements
document from Project Deliverable 2: Business
Requirements. Note: This documentation must outline the
revisions made to the previous deliverables required in Section
1: Written Project Plan.
Section 3: Project Plan PowerPoint Presentation
Additional to your detailed executive summary, you must
present your findings to the executive team and the venture
capital group; that, along with the executive summary, will
convince the group that your solution is optimal.
Create a 10–15 slide PowerPoint presentation in which you:
4. Illustrate the concepts from the executive summary in Section
1 of this assignment.
5. Create bulleted speaking notes for your presentation to the
executive board in the Notes section of the PowerPoint. Note:
You may create or assume any fictitious names, data, or
scenarios that have not been established in this assignment for a
realistic flow of communication.
6. Use a professional technically written style to graphically

convey the information.
Section 4: Finalized Project Plan
Use Microsoft project to:
7. Finalize your project plan from Project Deliverable 5:
Network Infrastructure and Security to include all necessary
changes in assumptions, tasks, and subtasks.
assignment is:
. Develop a comprehensive project plan proposal.

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