Assignment Problem: In this discussion, you'll be looking at the system development process by analyzing a case study, "Hitachi Consulting Moves Human Resources to the Cloud" (L&L 16th ed). There is no single right answer, hence the discussion, which will allow you to think about different ways of interpreting the situation. Please address the following questions as you analyze the case:
Discuss the key problems with the old system(s) and the factors contributing to these problems? How were the problems identified?
How did the new system address these problems? What was the impact of the new system?
What elements of the implementation approach likely promoted its success? In what way? What elements might have put the new system at risk? In what way?
What measures would you use to assess the long-term impact of this change?
Obviously, there are many potential answers to these questions and your discussion will help you explore the possibilities. None of you have to answer all of the above questions in a single posting, but each of you should address all of the questions at some point during your discussion.