Practical Business Systems
Development Using SSADM 4,
3rd edition
A Complete Tutorial Guide

By Philip Weaver, et al.
Financial Times / Pearson Education
December 2003
ISBN: 0-273-65575-2
500 Pages, Illustrated
$99.50 paper original


This new edition builds on the strengths of the previous editions, and develops the focus on practical learning with more extensive exercises, more tips on applications, advice on tools outside of the scope of SSADM and information on other information systems development methods. The third edition of Practical Business Systems Development Using SSADM: includes a fully worked case study, establishing the correct application of the method; provides practical guidance in adapting SSADM to the individual circumstances of a project; features learning objectives, tips boxes and margin notes for each chapter; provides information boxes on advanced topics and techniques outside of SSADM; incorporates an extensive range of exercises and further case studies; includes addresses of support agencies for advice on SSADM usage; is supported by a strong supplements package including a website with lecture slides, full solutions to all exercises, supplementary exercises, and more guidance in SSADM techniques; and a downloadable lecturer's guide with examination-style questions.

This book has been written to appeal both to students with no previous knowledge of systems analysis and design and to practicing analysts. The skills acquired in learning SSADM can be applied to virtually any information systems development, as many of the techniques can be mapped to other standard methods and approaches. It is ideal for those studying at HND, BSc and MSc level, and for those studying for the Information Systems Examining Board certificates in SSADM.

Philip Weaver is Senior Lecturer in the Department of Information Resource Strategy at the Harrow Business School, University of Westminster. He has also held a number of posts in the commercial sector, including Systems Development Controller for B&Q plc. Nicholas Lambrou is Chair of the Department of Information Resource Strategy at the Harrow Business School, University of Westminster. Matthew Walkley is Senior Lecturer in the Harrow School of Computer Science, University of Westminster.


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