Assume you have graduated and are working in your chosen field of study:

sales, marketing, finance, general management, or IT. Suppose that you learn there is a systems development project underway, and suppose you decide to volunteer for the project. You do so because you know that it will give you a chance to relate to your boss in a new way and because you will be able to network with others in your organization. (If you are majoring in IT, answer the questions below assuming you are a junior member of the team.)

a. If the project is being developed using the SDLC, summarize your possible role(s). What tasks might you be asked to perform? How will your knowledge of the SDLC help you? How can your knowledge of the SDLC give you a competitive advantage?

b. Suppose that you learn that a new information systems project is being proposed, and suppose you do not volunteer to be a user representative to the team. What is the opportunity cost of your decision? LO.1