Assignemnt: GATHERING REQUIREMENTS AND CHOOSING DATABASE SOLUTION
• Why are databases important to business? How do databases generate sales and profits? What databases do you interact with, and how do they benefit you?
• What is meant by requirements gathering, and why is it important to clearly define the data requirements of a database before creating it?
• Microsoft Access is one of the most popular database platforms on the market. However, there are many competitors. Why do you think that Access is so popular? What are some of the other types of databases available?
• Do you think that Access can serve as a corporate database solution, or is it strictly a personal database solution? What might be the difference between a personal and corporate database solution?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.