7.1 Describe the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC), its major phases, goals, tasks, and deliverables in each phase. Discuss the roles and expected contributions of the organizations and skilled professionals who will likely be involved in each phase of the SDLC.

7.2 Describe the major purposes, goals, structures and differences between IT (Information Technology) and MIS (Management Information Systems) departments. Does the size of the business firm influence the structure and function of these two organizations?

7.3 Define the intent of constructing Enterprise Systems, their structure, content and purpose. Describe the major challenges firms face in developing and bringing together the various components of Enterprise Systems.

7.4 Define the concepts of eCommerce including mCommerce in terms of their use as a means of engaging in marketing and sales effort related to the firms existing and potential customer base. Explain how eCommerce and mCommerce systems are developed and used to build ongoing relationships between the firm and marketplace.

7.5 Explain the reason that firms may choose to create Decision Support Systems and how these systems are developed and implemented. Discuss the structure of these systems, their purpose and how they add value to the firms decision-making capabilities.

7.6 Describe the use of Artificial Intelligence in modern Management Information Systems. Discuss the advantages, challenges, and limitations posed by the integration of A.I. into the firms Management Information System.