A company can choose to develop its own systems, or purchase, maybe customize and implement a software package.  The choice between developing or purchasing software is called _________.

A graphical representation of business functions that consist of business processes, such as sales, accounting, and purchasing is a Business Model.

Return on investment analysis considers costs and benefits over a shorter time span than payback analysis.

M:N relationship is different than a 1:1 or 1:M relationship because the event that links the two entities has a third entity called _________________.

The complete definition of a database, including descriptions of all fields, tables, and relationship called ________.

A DML (Data Manipulation Language) controls database operations, including storing, retrieving, updating, and deleting data.

DFD examples in this textbook use the ___________ symbol set. Another popular symbol set is the ___________ symbol set.

The captain often delegated responsibility to his subordinates, so as to have time to do the important tasks himself.

________ chart symbols represent modules, data couples, control couples, conditions, and loops.

A business ____ is an overview that describes a company’s overall functions, processes, organization, products, services, customers, suppliers, competitors, constraints, and future direction.