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Select new technology models for business
Select new technology models for business
Unit of competency
National Code
ICAICT507A
ICAICT507A
State Code
D7890
D7890
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/11/2011
Field of Education
020305 - Systems Analysis And Design
Original Release Date
04/11/2011
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify opportunities for using new technology to support and enable efficient models of business.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify processes to be improved by the application of a new business model
- 1.1 Map existing process flow against relevant performance standards in order to identify areas that may need improvement
- 1.2 Outline emerging models and processes
- 1.3 Identify changes in the technological, client and supply chain environment
- 1.4 Document changes identified and submit to appropriate person for review
2. Appraise existing models
- 2.1 Analyse existing business models in use
- 2.2 Investigate business models in use in other similar businesses
- 2.3 Identify and determine relevance of business models in use and under development in other industry sectors
- 2.4 Map existing models in other parts of business supply chain
3. Research new business models
- 3.1 Investigate new business models to establish opportunities for improvement
- 3.2 Evaluate opportunities against business requirements
- 3.3 Prioritise and document identified opportunities
4. Select the appropriate model
- 4.1 Select a business model that improves the business processes
- 4.2 Develop performance benchmarks to measure the effectiveness of the chosen business model
- 4.3 Model new business process or model and collaborate with other businesses
- 4.4 Document the proposed business model according to business procedures
- 4.5 Forward appropriate document to appropriate person for sign-off
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Standards may include:
International Organization for Standardization (ISO), International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and Australian Standards (AS) standards
organisational standards
project standards.
Client may include:
employees
external organisations
individuals
internal departments.
Appropriate person may include:
authorised business representative
client
supervisor.
Business requirements may include:
customer
inventory
payroll
supplier
tax requirements of the organisation.
Standards may include:
International Organization for Standardization (ISO), International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and Australian Standards (AS) standards
organisational standards
project standards.
Client may include:
employees
external organisations
individuals
internal departments.
Appropriate person may include:
authorised business representative
client
supervisor.
Business requirements may include:
customer
inventory
payroll
supplier
tax requirements of the organisation.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
identify new approaches to using technology or new technology to enable efficient models of business
determine the appropriate focus of the selected business model in order to achieve the desired performance improvement
document the new business model.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
business systems
analysis software
modelling software
business requirements
current industry news, forums, lists and chat rooms
user analysis
supply and value chain analysis.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
verbal or written questioning to assess candidate’s knowledge of current business processes and modelling
review of reports prepared by candidate showing proposed new business model.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, where appropriate.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and suitable to the communication skill level, language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Indigenous people and other people from a non-English speaking background may need additional support.
In cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
identify new approaches to using technology or new technology to enable efficient models of business
determine the appropriate focus of the selected business model in order to achieve the desired performance improvement
document the new business model.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
business systems
analysis software
modelling software
business requirements
current industry news, forums, lists and chat rooms
user analysis
supply and value chain analysis.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
verbal or written questioning to assess candidate’s knowledge of current business processes and modelling
review of reports prepared by candidate showing proposed new business model.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, where appropriate.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and suitable to the communication skill level, language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Indigenous people and other people from a non-English speaking background may need additional support.
In cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D0025 | ICAA5148B | Select new technology models for business | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUX17 | ICTICT507 | Select new technology models for business | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D567 | ICA50111 | Diploma of Information Technology | Qualification |