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MIS203_Assessment_3_Brief_Case Study Report_Module Due 4.2 Page 1 of 6 Task Summary In response to issues and tasks raised in the case study provided, research and develop a 2500 word report that addresses the organisation’s needs. You first communicate your understating of Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web-Based Information Systems with stakeholders to make a strong case before providing your recommendations as an IS professional. Please refer to the Task Instructions for details on how to complete this assessment. Context When you begin working as an IS professional, you will be called upon regularly by clients to listen to their requirements, analyse the underlying issues and to identify appropriate solutions. This task allows you to take the concepts that you have learned from Modules 1-4 (history of computers, computer architecture, service-orientated architecture, cloud computing, cloud services, cloud deployment models, web-based IS, microservice communication, service modelling, integration and deployment) and to put your knowledge into practice in order to address the needs of an organisation. ASSESSMENT 3 BRIEF Subject Code and Title MIS203 Micro-services Architecture Cloud and Web IS Assessment Assessment 3: Case Study Report Individual/Group Individual Length 2500 words (+/- 10%) Learning Outcomes The Subject Learning Outcomes demonstrated by successful completion of the task below include: a) Identify and explore the key elements and applications of microservice, cloud computing, web-based information systems b) Analyse existing technologies and apply IS problem solving skills to address organisational needs c) Explain and communicate microservices, Cloud Computing and Web-based Information Systems solutions to organisational stakeholders Submission Due by 11:55pm AEST Sunday end of Module 4.2 (Week 8). Weighting 40% Total Marks 100 marks MIS203_Assessment_3_Brief_Case Study Report_Module Due 4.2 Page 2 of 6 Task Instructions First read and examine the case study in the briefing document for Assessment 3 (attached under the Assessment 3 Brief in Blackboard). The case study will provide details on the background of the company and some of the issues and challenges that they are facing. The company is willing to benefit from implementing microservice architecture, cloud computing and web-based Information Systems solutions, but needs your advice as an IS professional to analyse the issues and to determine how best to resolve them. . In response to those issues, you are required to develop your 2500 - word report containing your solution plan. To complete this assessment, you need to take the following steps: Step 1 Carefully read and examine the case study (complete this PRIOR to moving on to Step 2): Understanding the case study is the first step to successfully completing this assessment. Make sure to find and list the organisational needs which will help you in shaping your recommendations. Step 2 Write a report with the following sections: Cover page: Subject code and name, assessment number, report title, assessment due date, word count (actual), student names, student IDs, Torrens email address, and the learning facilitator Table of content: List all the headings and page numbers Executive summary: Should include the purpose of the report, the problem including key issues considered and how they were investigated, your findings and recommendations Credentials: Establishes the credentials of yourself in the report as an IS professional. You want to inspire a sense of security and trust in the reader. This is where your talk about yourself as the consultant. Introduction: Provide a brief description of the company as given in the case scenario including any assumptions, a concise overview of the problem you have been asked to address, the main aims/purpose of the report, the objectives to be achieved by writing the report (include the tasks outlined in the case study) and how you investigated the problem. Provide an outline of the sections of the report. Body of the report The body of your report should address the following: o A definition and introduction to Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web-Based Information Systems o Examples of successful implementation of Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web-Based Information Systems for at least three MIS203_Assessment_3_Brief_Case Study Report_Module Due 4.2 Page 3 of 6 companies in different industries. You should include the benefit these technologies brought to them. You should also discuss the challenges they faced in the implementation of these three technologies; o Make sure to focus on the aspects of Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web-Based Information Systems that fit well with the company’s business model o Discuss the challenges of creating a new system using Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web-Based Information Systems o Provide your recommendation as an IS professional to address their needs. Use appropriate headings in the body of the report. Do NOT use generic words such as ‘Body, Body of the Report, Tasks’ as section headings. Create meaningful headings and subheadings that reflect the topic and content of your report. This is where you talk about Microservices, Cloud Computing, and Web-Based Information Systems to convince stakeholders that they are reliable solutions for their potential problems and needs. This will set the tone for your recommendations. Make sure to include three examples for successful implementation of Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web-Based Information Systems in your discussions. Conclusion: Restate the purpose of the report and key issues investigated and the related findings based on your research and analysis. Explain the significance of your findings for addressing the problem stated in the case scenario and any limitations. State how your report has achieved its objectives and any future work to be considered Recommendation: Make specific and actionable recommendations to the organization to address their needs Reference list: You are required to include the details of your references in this section Note that the cover page, table of content, executive summary, and reference list are not counted in the 2500 words. APA style should be used for citing the references. Please see more information on referencing here: http://library.laureate.net.au/research_skills/referencing Step 3 Check with marking criteria and submit. Before submitting your assessment, you should check it against the assessment criteria and the marking rubric included in this specification to ensure that you have satisfactorily addressed all the criteria that will be used to mark your submission. Submission Instructions Submit your report via the Assessment link in the main navigation menu in MIS203: Microservices Architecture, Cloud and Web IS. The Learning Facilitator will provide feedback via the Grade Centre in the LMS portal. Feedback can be viewed in My Grades. http://library.laureate.net.au/research_skills/referencing MIS203_Assessment_3_Brief_Case Study Report_Module Due 4.2 Page 4 of 6 Remember that a similarity report will be generated for each assignment. Torrens University Australia policies apply to the preparation and submission of this assignment. Please make sure to save drafts of your report when writing to minimize the risk of losing your document. Extensions will be granted for special circumstances according the Torrens University Australia, but please make sure to apply for an extension and provide your documents before the due date. MIS203_Assessment_3_Brief_Case Study Report_Module Due 4.2 Page 5 of 6 Assessment Rubric Assessment Attributes Fail (Yet to achieve minimum standard) 0-49% Pass (Functional) 50-64% Credit (Proficient) 65-74% Distinction (Advanced) 75-84% High Distinction (Exceptional) 85-100% Definition and introduction to Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web-Based Information Systems 30% Failed to provide a definition for Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web-Based Information Systems or the definitions are fundamentally incorrect. The answer demonstrated a limited understanding of the concept of Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web-Based Information Systems. Key aspects are overlooked or incorrect. Defines Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web-Based Information Systems with errors. The answer demonstrated a basic understanding of the concept of Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web-Based Information Systems. Some key aspects are overlooked or incorrect. There are some minor errors in the definition of Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web-Based Information Systems. The answer demonstrates understanding of Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web-Based Information Systems. Key aspects are correctly described. Correct definition of and comprehensive introduction to Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web- Based Information Systems. The answer demonstrated a clear and detailed understanding of the concept of Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web- Based Information Systems. Correct definition of and comprehensive introduction to Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web- Based Information Systems. The answer demonstrated a very in-depth understanding of Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web- Based Information Systems. Three examples of successful implementation of Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web- Based Information Systems 30% Provided examples of successful implementation of Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web- Based Information Systems for at most one company in different industries. Did not include the benefit Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web- Based Information Systems brought to each of the companies, or the benefit is too general to be considered relevant. Provided examples of successful implementation of Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web-Based Information Systems for at least two companies in different industries. Did not include the benefit Microservice Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Web-Based Information Systems brought to each of the