Assignment title: Information
Part A: Analysis – Business Process Models and Strategy Analysis
In this section you should develop
1. A series of Business Process Models, which capture the existing and
proposed business processes. The models should follow the BPMN notation
(see Introduction to BPMN in Unit 4's Resources). It is recommended that you
use Microsoft Visio to create the models although you may if you prefer use
Word, PowerPoint or appropriate alternatives.
2. Strategic analysis for LC. You should use a recognised analysis technique
such as SWOT, PESTLE etc
Part B: Open Source Software Comparison Table
In this section you should conduct research into a suitable software solution for LC
You should decide on the set of characteristics which you will use to evaluate the
software and your research should consider 4-5 alternatives in detail. This section
should be presented as a table.
Part C: Report
In this section you should write a report which provides an overview of the current
situation together with a roadmap outlining how the proposed changes to the
business can be achieved to the benefit of the business. This should draw on your
analysis in Part A, include your recommendation for software, and provide
recommendations for ensuring that the strategy is effectively implemented, including
consideration of the challenges ahead.
You should use appropriate theories, frameworks, models, that have been covered in
the module, to inform and justify your recommendations.
This section should follow a standard report structure:
Title Page – Contents – Introduction - Main Section – Conclusions and
Recommendations - References.
Part D: Reflection on your contribution to the online discussion
In this section you should submit a 250 word reflective summary, accompanied by
your own self-assessment of your contribution to the online elements throughout the
module, using the table labelled Reflection Self Assessment Proforma in Appendix A
to justify your assessment (copy and paste it into your assignment document). The
reflective report should include your detailed reflection, supported with evidence from
the online discussion.
You should use appropriate theories, frameworks, models, that we have covered in
the module, to inform and justify your recommendations.