Boise Cascade Corporation Alternative Systems Development Method

Actually, in today's generation being a business world, time is a very crucial resource which needs to be utilized and well managed. Hence the need for systems development and project management. The right system applied by an organization will enable appropriate management with impressive information to meet the client needs. Such a system methodology enables the company to stay competitive. 

A formal framework that is designed to plan and generate a technology or system is considered as system development. Every professional organization goes through the stages that are very demanding to provide the output of a brand. Below we'll be discussing the real case of Boise Cascade Corp. who opted for Alternative Systems Development method.

Implemented Method

Boise Cascade initiated a project of product distribution business to unify their databases. The method used for this project has a solid base on which top level users build application and services are providing flexible results. 

Effect of Business Factors

The chosen company's revenue was going down by 5%.  Boise Cascade Corp. was having a rough year in terms of business. But, with strategic IT projects, Boise Cascade will stand out and identify itself in the business terms. The company is convincing that their IT projects will help them increase efficiency and responsiveness.  

Discussion on Authenticity of the Decision

The Boise Cascade's decision is overwhelming, and their IT turnover has reduced to 3% only. This is a 5-year scenario. They implemented e-commerce system to prove customers with access to their products and delivery systems. A healthy decision for better customer approach.

Possible Better Approach

The chosen system is ideal for the company. Boise Cascade clearly understands the important role that IT has to play in achievement of any goals of any organization. They also have a strong perspective on how to manage its personnel.  

References 

Astley,W.G. and Sachdava, P.S., (1984), "Structural sources of intraorganizational power: A theoretical synthesis", Academy of Management Review, Vol. 19, No. 1, pp. 104-113

Gallaugher, J. (2012). Understanding Software: A Primer For Managers. Information Systems: A Manager's Guide to  Harnessing  Technology (1.4 ed.). Irvington, NY, United States: Flatworld Knowledge, Inc

McMurtrey, M. (2013). A Case Study of the Application of the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) in 21st Century  Health  Care: Something Old, Something New?. Journal of the Southern Association for Information Systems,1(1).