Discuss the role of a systems analyst as a project manager, you need to interview an analyst/project manager As we know a System Analyst helps an organization because they have a big role in researching, planning, coordinating and recommending software and system choices to meet an organization’s business. When it comes to project manager, the system analyst decides or surveys the appropriate system to develop for their organization.They are responsible for the operating system and associated subsystems. Provide system-level support of multi-user operating systems, hardware and software tools, including installation, configuration, maintenance, and support of these systems. Identify alternatives for optimizing computer resources.Here are some qualities of a system analyst to be a good project manager: Specifically they may be divided into 2 categories: interpersonal and technical skills. • Interpersonal skills deal with relationships and the interface of the analyst with people in business. It also include following : Communication, understanding (identifying problems) , teaching (educating people various prorammes) , Selling (ideas and promoting innovations) • Technical skills include: Creativity, problem solving, project managent, dyanamic interface, questioning attitude and inquiring mind, knowledge of the basics of the computer and business function. Role of a System AnalystThe system analyst is the person (or persons) who guides through the development of an information system. In performing these tasks the analyst must always match the information system objectives with the goals of the organization. Role of System Analyst differs from organization to organization. Most common responsibilities of System Analyst are following1) System analysisIt includes system's study in order to get facts about business activity. It is about getting information and determining requirements. Here the responsibility includes only requirement determination, not the design of the system.2) System analysis and design:Here apart from the analysis work, Analyst is also responsible for the designing of the new system/application.3) Systems analysis, design, and programming:Here Analyst is also required to perform as a programmer, where he actually writes the code to implement the design of the proposed application.Due to the various responsibilities that a system analyst requires to handle, he has to be multifaceted person with varied skills required at various stages of the life cycle. In addition to the technical know-how of the information system development a system analyst should also have the following knowledge.• Business knowledge: As the analyst might have to develop any kind of a business system, he should be familiar with the general functioning of all kind of businesses.• Interpersonal skills: Such skills are required at various stages of development process for interacting with the users and extracting the requirements out of them• Problem solving skills: A system analyst should have enough problem solving skills for defining the alternate solutions to the system and also for the problems occurring at the various stages of the development process.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Collect information to analyze and evaluate existing or proposed systems.
2. Research, plan, install, configure, troubleshoot, maintain and upgrade operating systems.
3. Research, plan, install, configure, troubleshoot, maintain and upgrade hardware and software interfaces with the operating system. Analyze and evaluate present or proposed business procedures or problems to define data processing needs.
4. Prepare detailed flow charts and diagrams outlining systems capabilities and processes.
5. Research and recommend hardware and software development, purchase, and use.
6. Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and connectivity problems, including user access and component configuration.
7. Select among authorized procedures and seek assistance when guidelines are inadequate, significant deviations are proposed, or when unanticipated problems arise.
8. Record and maintain hardware and software inventories, site and/or server licensing, and user access and security.
9. Install, configure, and upgrade desktop hardware and peripherals to include; network cards, printers, modems, mice and add-in boards.
10. Work as a team member with other technical staff, such as networking to ensure connectivity and compatibility between systems.
11. Write and maintain system documentation.
12. Conduct technical research on system upgrades to determine feasibility, cost, time required, and compatibility with current system.
13. Maintain confidentiality with regard to the information being processed, stored or accessed by the network.
14. Document system problems and resolutions for future reference.
15. Other duties as assigned.
The Interview:
Our interviewee said that in order to be an effective project managr at the same time system analyst each individual should:
• Thoroughly study your organization's requirements
• Design the most appropriate software solution with the end purpose and goals in mind
• Aim at designing for optimized and maximized performance of systems
• Constantly ensure that the system development is in tune with the design
• Tests the systems for an error free solution
• Prepare comprehensive documentation following the best practices
References:http://blog.indiawebdevelopers.com/post/6-responsibilities-of-a-dedicated-systems-analyst.aspx
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