Analysis template

Analysis

Software to use

State what software you are going to use for each of your ‘problems’.
what type you could use and why you have made your recommendations

Hardware to use

Identifying the problem

Who is the client - what information you ask for

Who is the user - explain the user in terms of training / health and safety/ protection of system

Who are the audience - the customer

Description of the problem

EG: the client is Steve Clein. He runs a small stationery company in Bexleyheath. The company, Pens R Us, employs 10 other people in the office in the High Street. Steve would like a spreadsheet to:

1.    Record daily sales records

2.    Include statements if item needs to be re-ordered or not

Interviewing the client

Give proof of your communication with your client through an interview, questionnaire, email or telephone conversation.

NOTE THIS RECORD YOUR COMMUNICATION EVEN IF YOU MAKE IT UP.

Client Requirements

State what the client wants you to do.

Pens R Us-problem description

Problem: Steve Clein requires a spreadsheet to order more stationery.

Client: Steve Clein

User: Steve Clein

Audience: Stationery Supply companies.

1.    Perform quick calculations

2.    Record any profit

3.    Easy to operate

4.    Reduces time spent on calculations
5.   If you are asked to look at how the solution deals with health and safety.
6.   Secure systems
7.   confidentiality

Inputs, Processes and Outputs

Input

The type of paper

The quantity required

Is it folded or not

Process

Looking up prices

Calculating totals

Adding on VAT

Output

The company name and address

The total price

The date

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