This is an important phase of the project that is often cut due to budget constraints. Unfortunately, when you eliminate this portion of the project, you will have no reference materials for future users of the system. If at all possible, this phase of the project should not be skipped. Applying the System. This may sound silly, but the computer cannot do everything for you.
Someone has to enter the data and keep it current.
Remember to follow through with your new system. Periodically, get feedback from those who are using the program. Don't be afraid to ask your system designer for help in fine-tuning the system. Also, don't make the mistake of chucking the system, buying a new system or starting from scratch, just because the program is a little awkward or cumbersome in spots. Most of the time, the program can be modified to eliminate the problems for much less than it would cost for a new system.