Gathering information for a new system is important and sets the tone of the development cycle. If not done thoroughly, the project could be a failure before it begins.

You are the Project Manager of XYZ Enterprises. As the company prepares to replace its case management system, your manager has given you the task of researching and reporting on six different techniques used to gather information. Follow the instructions below to provide your manager with the requested information.

Instructions

Use the Week 4 Information-Gathering Techniques Assignment Template [DOCX] Download Week 4 Information-Gathering Techniques Assignment Template [DOCX]to complete and upload your work to the course room.

Conduct research on each information-gathering technique listed below, locating at least three quality resources to use in your report. Choose sources that are credible, relevant, and appropriate. Cite each source listed on your Sources page at least one time within your assignment. For help with research, writing, and citation, access the library or review library guides.

Then, in 2-3 paragraphs for each technique, explain the reasons for using the method and describe effective ways to gather information with the method. Be sure to incorporate the research you conducted to support your ideas.

• Interviewing users and stakeholders.
• Distributing and collecting questionnaires.
• Observing and documenting business procedures.
• Brainstorming.
• Sampling.
• Researching vendor solutions.

This course requires the use of Strayer Writing Standards (SWS). The library is your home for SWS assistance, including citations and formatting. Please refer to the Library site for all support. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.

The specific course learning outcome associated with this assignment is:

• Research the techniques used to collect and gather information for the design of a new system.