An information system is limited in its capabilities without access to the internet. Data and communications must flow smoothly and reliably.

What kind of infrastructure will be necessary to support the business? Consider the options discussed in these units and determine what kind of network and storage will be necessary to support the business.

Will you start small and expand or get everything in place from the beginning? What are the cost and other benefits of each?

What about cloud services? Can SaaS, DaaS, or other cloud-based tools be more economical than traditional ones? Do you foresee a need for occasional upscaling of services in times of increased usage like sales, inventory cycles, or holidays?

Revisit your data flow diagram. Do your choices now affect your original design? If so revise to include the new decisions.