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Foundations of Information SystemsApplication Questions
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1 .
Reflect on the Agile methodology and the characteristics of Agile teams:
  1. How might the Agile approach be applied to a team project for a class you are in that lasts the duration of the term and has a final presentation and paper due the last week of the term?
  2. What is your ideal time period for a sprint for a semester-long team project that you are assigned and why?
  3. What tools would you use to maintain engagement in the project?
2 .
In a small group or on your own, reflect on a business problem in your current organization (work or school).
  1. Identify an opportunity for improvement in your organization’s function or operation.
  2. Who would you enlist to assist with requirements gathering?
  3. What tools will you use to assist your efforts?
  4. What are some other factors you should consider?
3 .
Discuss the inputs and outputs that could be present in Dr. Singh’s system. Include how the data move through the data cycle in the system.
4 .
Reflect on a website or a mobile application that you frequently use or visit.
  1. Discuss what you like and dislike about the website or mobile application. How would you describe its usability?
  2. If you have any dislikes, why do you continue to visit this website? Are there competitor websites, and how do they differ?
  3. Does the website or mobile application allow you to submit user feedback? If so, have you ever submitted feedback on the website’s usability? Why or why not?
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