What This Document Is
This is a milestone assignment for Systems Analysis and Design (ISM 58) at the University of California, Santa Cruz, specifically focused on the Employee Self-Service System (ESSS) case study. It’s a practical exercise designed to apply theoretical knowledge of user interface design principles to a real-world scenario. This milestone centers on the critical phase of system development where outputs, inputs, and the overall user experience are meticulously planned and prototyped.
Why This Document Matters
This assignment is crucial for students learning to bridge the gap between system requirements and user-friendly implementation. It’s particularly valuable for those aspiring to roles in systems analysis, user experience (UX) design, or software development. Successfully completing this milestone demonstrates an ability to translate business needs into tangible interface designs, a skill highly sought after in the tech industry. It’s best utilized *after* a solid understanding of output, input, and general user interface design concepts has been established.
Topics Covered
* Graphical User Interface (GUI) Design
* Output Design (transaction, detail, summary, and exception reports)
* Input Design (source documents, client/server screens, and web screens)
* User Interface Integration
* Prototyping Techniques
* State Transition Diagrams (advanced option)
What This Document Provides
* Detailed activity descriptions for designing various system outputs and inputs.
* Guidance on creating integrated user interfaces that connect these outputs and inputs.
* Deliverable specifications, including due dates and time expectations.
* References to relevant course materials and the textbook.
* An optional advanced activity involving state transition diagrams for a deeper understanding of user interactions.
* Information on acceptable prototyping tools (Visio, CASE tools, DBMS, RAD tools).
