Assignment: Capstone Project Scenario
A former dot com company, Verbania, Inc., shut down in 2001 because of the Internet bubble burst. It is attempting to reinvent and launch itself once again. It is looking for a complete information technology (IT) solution that includes hardware, software, networking, and security, among other requirements. Verbania's core product will be a social networking Web site and mobile application that rivals the big names that currently represent social media. It is attempting to find the best features and consolidate them into its product.
The Verbania project is nearing completion. The solution is nearly ready for implementation. As a highly valued member of the team, you alone have been selected to develop the implementation plan. This implementation plan must identify what will be addressed regarding maintenance.
Your final task is to create the following:
• Executive summary
• Implementation plan (plus training)
• A set of maintenance tasks
• Final Insights of Capstone Project
Executive Summary
• Compose a high-level summary of the Systems Implementation Plan that you are presenting to Verbania. The purpose of this section is to provide your client with an easy-to-read description of the project, describing what it will mean for the company.
Final Insights
• Describe how the team successfully collaborated to develop a cohesive and comprehensive solution.
• Identify the best practices, techniques, and technologies employed throughout the process.
• Specify benefits to Verbania resulting from this solution.
• Discuss your areas of strengths while contributing to this project.
• Summarize areas of growth uncovered during this capstone project.
System Implementation and Maintenance Framework
• List system implementation milestones that Verbania can expect for this project.
• Provide user training needs and specific training information.
• List the required maintenance routines or security measures that will ensure the long term success of the solution.
• Prepare 3-4 pages covering details regarding system implementation and maintenance framework. Insert this information into Section Five of the template. Submit the complete document containing all elements of the activities as an individual assignment.