LMX Software Incorporated has developed a comprehensive information system to take care of various aspects of administration of a

college/university. The company is preparing to implement the system at Knox College. Knox College currently relies on a system

which was developed in the early 1980s; it is highly unreliable and incomprehensive.

3.1 What operating environment would you recommend for the system? Justify your answer. [03]

3.2 In LMX Softwares implementation plan, who should train the senior administrators and the clerical staff respectively? Defend your answer. [03]

3.3 What other issues should LMX Software pay close attention to? State these issues, and for each, provide some guidelines for the LMX Software Team. [10]

3.4 The existing software system at Knox College is an example of a legacy system. Provide two reasons such systems are prevalent. Also, briefly describe two other alternatives (not mentioned in the case) for dealing with such software systems. [04]