Summary
In this chapter, you gained an understanding of project management structure and methodologies. You also learned about the importance of business case and feasibility studies. Additionally, you explored some important system-related controls such as check digits, parity bits, checksums, and principles of data integrity.
The following are the important topics covered in this chapter:
- PERT is a technique for estimating project duration. PERT is considered more accurate and appropriate compared to CPM for estimations of project duration. Gantt charts are primarily used to monitor the progress of the project. SLOC and FPA are techniques to estimate software size.
- The business case is a justification for the proposed project. It is prepared to justify the effort and investment in a proposed project and is a precursor to the start of the project. The first concern of an IS auditor is whether the new project meets the needs of the business. This should be established...
