Presented Below Is a List of Terms Relating to Accounting

question 129

Short Answer

Presented below is a list of terms relating to accounting information systems,followed by definitions of those terms.
Required: Match the letter next to each definition with the appropriate term.Each answer will be used only once.
________ 1.Network diagram
________ 2.Parallel operation
________ 3.Modular conversion
________ 4.Project management
________ 5.Cutover point
________ 6.Downtime
________ 7.Bug
________ 8.Critical path
________ 9.Lowballing
A.A moment in time under the direct approach to implementation where the switch to a new system is made
B.Involves running the new and old systems simultaneously before final conversion
C.The percentage of time that equipment is unavailable for use
D.A scheduling technique that depicts the order in which the activities must be performed
E.Purposely or inadvertently submitting unreasonably low time or cost estimates to obtain a contract
F.Tools used to track progress and manage resources for a systems development project
G.Computer programming error that is not detected until the program is in use
H.A list of activities that are crucial in that if any one of them is delayed,the entire project will be delayed
I.An approach to implementation that involves phasing in a new system in segments

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Definitions:

Consumer Desire

The inclination or preference of consumers towards certain products or services, which influences their purchasing decisions.

Industry X

A placeholder term used to reference a specific, but unnamed industry or sector within the economy.

Specialization

The process in which individuals, firms, or countries focus on producing a narrow range of products or services, often to improve efficiency and productivity.

Division of Labor

The allocation of different tasks to different people or groups in an effort to increase efficiency and productivity.