Referring to Step 7, assuming you have an organization, discuss the following questions.
In a new post, use the Reply button at the bottom of this page to respond to the following six questions (one paragraph minimum for each question):
Define the issues your organization is facing that you believe require automation.
Does your organization need a new information system or can modify the existing information system(s)? Why?
Explain the budget components of a new COTS software for your organization.
Describe what it takes to gain and maintain organizational support for introducing new COTS software to your organization.
Find three COTS vendors that specialize in your industry and list them and their websites.
Describe the issues involved in customizing COTS for your organization, including the integration of different information systems in your organization.