A discovery prototype is a smaller-scale representation or working model of the system to ensure it meets the user and business requirements.

Software engineers use computer-aided software engineering (CASE) software tools to provide automated support for the development of the system.

Human resources is the most common outsourced function.

Pilot implementation is a small group of people using the new system until it is verified that it works correctly; then the remaining users migrate.

Service-oriented architecture (SOA) is a business-driven enterprise architecture that supports integrating a business as linked, repeatable activities, tasks, or services.

Corrective maintenance makes system changes to repair design flaws, coding errors, or implementation issues.

Computer-aided software engineering (CASE) tools are software suites that automate systems analysis, design, and development.

Object-oriented languages provide a programming method that provides for interactive modules to a website.

Conversion occurs when a person or event is the catalyst for implementing major changes for a system to meet business changes.

Exception reports organize and categorize data for managerial perusal.