Although systems analysts often work alone, they also may work in teams on large projects. They must be able to talk to people who know computers and those who do not. Most system analysts work 40 hours a week in offices. They may work evenings or weekends in order to complete projects on time. Given that many people have portable computers or a computer at home, analysts may not always work in the office.
Some analysts travel to visit clients.
They also travel to meetings and workshops or to study new technologies. Working on a computer for long periods may produce eyestrain or back pain, or hand and wrist problems. A growing number of systems analysts are employed on a temporary basis or as consultants. For example, a company installing a new computer system may only need the services of systems analysts until the system is working. Once the system is up, only one analyst may be needed.