1. The systems development life cycle (SDLC) involves planning, analysis, design, implementation, and use phases to develop information systems.
2. Key steps in the planning phase include defining objectives and constraints, conducting a feasibility study, and establishing a control mechanism.
3. During analysis, information needs are defined, system performance criteria are established, and a design proposal is prepared.
4. The design phase involves detailed design documentation, identifying configuration alternatives, and selecting the best configuration.