This work of COM 537 Week 3 Discussion Questions shows the solutions to the following problems:

DQ 1: Consider a proposal recommending the implementation of a new system affecting multiple departments, such as a new accounting software system. What might be some of the interests of individual departments such as finance, IT, accounting, and the end-users in the project?

DQ 2: A manufacturing company is faced with a financial and human resources dilemma. It is losing market share and can no longer compete by selling its products at the same price points as overseas manufacturers. In viewing the best long-range goals for the organization, company leaders consider lowering employee wages, layoffs and increased automation, or outsourcing all manufacturing operations overseas. Company executives have requested a proposal from you to solve the problem. What factors must be considered?