1. Using the Internet and any other appropriate sources, conduct further research into the importance of information systems development in organisations. Pay particular attention to:
   1. The role of information systems development in the achievement of business strategy in an organisation;
   2. The challenges faced during the process of information systems development;
   3. Potential causes of failure during information systems development in organisations;
   4. Ways in which to prevent the failure of an information system.
2. Review this example of the failure of an implemented information system.
3. Open the Discussion tool.
4. In a new thread, with specific reference to the example reviewed in Step 2 above:
   1. Briefly explain the role of information systems development in achieving business strategy in an organisation
   2. Discuss the challenges that may have been faced during the process of information systems development;
   3. Explain why this particular information systems development failed;
   4. Suggest ways in which the organisation could have prevented the failure of its information system.
5. Once you have submitted your post, read and respond to the posts of at least two other students in the group:
   1. To what extent do you agree with their views on the role of information systems development in achieving business strategy in an organisation? Why?
   2. What additional recommendations can you make? Be sure to justify your recommendations.