Unit 04 – Impact of the Use of IT on Business Systems D1

D1 Conclude the Report by evaluating the impact of the IT development (benefits of the changes when weighed against the risks of the changes) for Full of Beans. Benefits - Below are some ideas for benefits of the changes, explain how …. • Better staff satisfaction and production (new machines and supporting software) • Better overall management (managers can monitors activities; track orders online; access customers, staff, suppliers, etc. online) • Better data management (trough having a database) • Better financial system (specialised software) • Better ordering system (specialised software) • Better communication internally and with external entities • Increased globalisation • Improved customer service • Improved profit • Possible business growth Risks - Below are some ideas for risks of the changes, explain how …. • Staff accepting/rejecting change • Complexity of staff training • Manage the change process • Creeping expenses • The transition period • Website project, success/failure Conclusion Close the report with a Conclusion in light of the benefits and the risks identified.