Modern systems analysis and design [printed text] / Jeffrey A. Hoffer, Author ; Joey F. George, Author ; Joseph S. Valacich, Author  . -  4th Edition. International Edition. . - London : Pearson Prentice Hall, 2005 . - xxxiii, 683 p. : ill (col) ; 28 cm.
ISBN : 978-0-13-127391-7
This text investigates contemporary systems analysis and design. The authors focus on the business perspective and the human, organisational and technical skills an information systems professional needs to be successful.

Class number:	004
Abstract:	For courses in Systems Analysis and Design. The fourth edition of this popular text investigates the newest systems of analysis and design. Rather than taking a purely technological approach to the subject, the authors focus on the business perspective; and the human, organizational, and technical skills an information systems professional needs to be successful in their chosen field. This approach enables students to respond to and anticipate problems and opportunities through innovative uses of information technology.
Contents note:	Preface Part I Foundations for Systems Development 1 The Systems Development Environment; 2 The Origins of Software; 3 Managing the Information Systems Project Part II Planning 4 Identifying and Selecting Systems Development Projects; 5 Initiating and Planning Development Projects Part III Analysis 6 Determining System Requirements; 7 Structuring System Process Requirements; 8 Structuring System Logic Requirements; 9 Structuring System Data Requirements Part IV Design 10 Designing Databases; 11 Designing Forms and Reports; 12 Designing Interfaces and Dialogues; 13 Finalizing Design Specifications; 14. Designing Distributed and Internet Systems Part V Implementation and Maintenance 15 Implementing Systems; 16 Maintaining Information Systems Appendix 1 Succeeding as a Systems Analyst; Appendix 2 Automated Tools for Systems Development; Appendix 3 Object-Oriented Analysis and Design; Glossary of Terms; Acronym Glossary; Credits; Index.