Assignment

Discuss at least 5 factors that might influence the purchasing of computing systems in an organization, and state why those factors may not apply to all types companies.

Be sure to support your statements with logic and argument, citing any sources referenced. Post your initial response early, and check back often to continue the discussion. Be sure to respond to peers' posts as well.

Module Introduction

Readings

Note: The following readings will require you to be logged in to the Unified Login System and the Saudi Digital Library. To log in, please click here.

Required

• Chapter 2 in Managing Information Technology, pp. 34-59
• Columbus, L. (2017). Roundup of cloud computing forecasts, 2017.
• IDC (2017). Worldwide public cloud services spending forecast to reach $122.5 billion in 2017, according to IDC.

Recommended

• Chapter 2 PowerPoint slides - Managing Information Technology

For Your Success

We focus on the software side of the IT industry. The authors divide software into two major categories: application software and support software (systems software). Finally, they end the chapter with some content on recent trends in software products and the IT industry in general.

Discussion Forum examines the business drivers behind choosing a particular operating system. Be sure to respond early and check back frequently to continue the discussion with your peers. Finally, be sure to take the short graded quiz, covering Modules 1 and 2.

Learning Outcomes

1. Analyze the differences between application software and support software.
2. Analyze the roles of operating systems.
3. Evaluate factors impacting computing purchase and use in an organization.