IS Management Handbook, Seventh Edition

In systems analysis, programming, development, or operations, improving productivity and service - doing more with less - is the major challenge. Regardless of your management level, the Handbook gives you the advice and support you need to survive and prosper in the competitive environment. It is the only comprehensive and timely source of technical and managerial guidance, providing expert information on the latest IT management techniques from top IS experts. This edition explains state-of-the-art technologies, innovative management strategies, and practical step-by-step solutions for surviving and thriving in today's demanding business environment. The IS Management Handbook outlines how to effectively manage, adapt and integrate new technology wisely, providing guidance from 70 leading IS management experts in every important area. This reference enables its readers to ensure quality, contain costs, improve end-user support, speed up systems development time, and solve rapidly changing business problems with today's IS technology.

Database Development methodologies are a subset of full lifecycle
methodologies that can be used to build databases from the requirements phase
through to implementation. Database development methodologies that are
iterative, with extensive user involvement, and that are packaged with reusable
templates or deliverables offer a good opportunity for success. When selecting
one for your organization, find one that is simple to learn, simple to use, and
electronically deployed for ...