Plan Knowledge Area

Module A, Plan, looks at organisations and their use of IT, both as an enabler for effective Information Systems and as a platform for innovation. The module requires the candidate to have thorough understanding of organisations, their strategies and their business processes, as well as the global trends and opportunities which are involved. The candidate shall recognise the main issues related to the management of IT, such as selecting the appropriate technology, or choosing between in-house systems development or outsourcing. The candidate shall also be able to justify IT investments and know about some of the legal and ethical aspects of IT. He / She shall be aware of the requirement for a professional approach to project management and quality assurance. The candidate shall also appreciate the importance of team building and effective communication when presenting the case for change within the organisation.

Thursday, September 18, 2008

A.1.4 Business Plans


A.1.4.1
Define the attributes of a business plan

A.1.4.2
List the major techniques used in preparing business strategies

A.1.4.3
Detail the Information Technology that will deliver a given business plan




Definitions:
  1. A business plan is a formal statement of a set of business goals, the reasons why they are believed attainable, and the plan for reaching those goals. It may also contain background information about the organization or team attempting to reach those goals.
  2. Business plans are decision-making tools. There is no fixed content for a business plan. Rather the content and format of the business plan is determined by the goals and audience. A business plan should contain whatever information is needed to decide whether or not to pursue a goal.

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