In light of the details you have about Encosta Memories, prepare a discussion in relation to the following questions.

(a) How correct is De Lago’s statement that: ‘Once the system is acquired then the business can get back to normal and do what it does best — take photos —

without having to spend money on IT’? Explain your reasoning.

(b) Explain how it may not be necessary for Encosta Memories to employ a programmer to design a new system.

(c) How could Encosta Memories limit the costs of maintaining the system once it is in place within the organisation?

(d) Identify the key user requirements that would need to be fulfilled by the new system.

(e) Would you recommend that Encosta Memories make or buy the new system?

(f) Describe the process that Encosta Memories could use for selecting a vendor for the new system.

(g) What are some of the possible consequences for Encosta Memories of relying on a single vendor for the system?

(h) What typical systems development problems may Encosta Memories face in developing the new system? Suggest strategies for each potential problem.