Part B. System Analysis and Selection Report.

Background

You are running an Accounting Information System consultancy firm. One of your clients is currently evaluating its information systems. The managing director of your client thinks that they need to invest in an Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) system to support the growth of the business. During your first meeting, the managing director of your client requested you to evaluate their business and recommend ERP software.

Client/Company Selection

You must select a listed company of your choice (your firm's client). The company chosen should be a manufacturing firm listed on either The Australian Stock Exchange or the Stock Exchange of your home country. The selected company is your firm's client. Note: Please choose the company that best suits the situation mentioned above while selecting the company for this assessment.

The framework of Analysis [Requirements] The report should include the following components: 1.

Background of the Selected Business

1.1 Evaluate your client's business process to identify potential weak internal controls and the risk associated with these potential weak controls. And recommend the control techniques that will reduce or eliminate the potential risks.

2. Systems Requirements

2.1 Briefly discuss the software features and functionalities your client should consider supporting its business activities. [Hint: your response should be based on Section 1.1 above.]

3. Software Selection

3.1 Compare and contrast the features and functionalities of three ERP software packages offered by the ERP vendors. [Hint. Try to apply the general functionalities and critical elements of ERP systems we discussed in the week ten interactive tutorial]. 3.2 In the end, identify the most suitable vendor and ERP software package for your client and explain why it is the best option.