Required skills

Problem solving skills for a defined range of unpredictable problems involving participation in the development of strategic initiatives eg when the fit with existing technology is assessed with systems developers

Plain English literacy and communication skills in relation to analysis evaluation and presentation of information eg when recommended acquisition method is selected and discussed with client users and management

Teamwork skills involving stakeholder cooperation and contribution to solutions and goals of a nonroutine or contingency nature

Facilitation and presentation skills in relation to transferring and collecting information and gaining consensus on concepts eg when recommended acquisition method is selected and discussed with client users and management

Negotiation skills in relation to stakeholders and service or product suppliers and applied to a defined range of predictable problems eg when discussing with systems developers the relative merits of two or more competing devices for a purchase agreement

Project planning skills in relation to scope time procurement cost quality communications and risk management eg when technical papers and recommendations to identify required hardware and software components are reviewed

Required knowledge

Broad general knowledge of the client business domain eg when confirming system components to acquire and when agreeing to methods to acquire components

Current industryaccepted hardware and software products

Broad knowledge of vendor product directions eg when best and current technology fit for each purpose is identified with systems developers

Broad knowledge of quality assurance practices eg when best and current technology fit for each purpose is identified with systems developers

Basic knowledge of information gathering techniques eg when best and current technology fit for each purpose is identified with systems developers and when recommended acquisition method is selected and discussed with client users and management

Broad knowledge of change management systems

Broad knowledge of risk management

Broad knowledge of financial management options including leasing arrangements

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 following is essential

Assessment must confirm the ability to identify correct system components and to follow procurement procedures to purchase those components The acquisition approach should be consistent with technical and business requirements

Evidence may include formal request for tender documentation evaluationperformance criteria and comparison checklists

To demonstrate competency in this unit the person will require access to

Current business and IT strategic plans

Data models

Functional process descriptions

User requirements

Architectures

Service levels

Context of and specific resources for assessment

The breadth depth and complexity covering planning and initiation of alternative approaches to skills or knowledge applications across a broad range of technical andor management requirements evaluation and coordination would be characteristic

Assessment must ensure

The demonstration of competency may also require selfdirected application of knowledge and skills with substantial depth in some areas where judgement is required in planning and selecting appropriate equipment services and techniques for self and others

Applications involve participation in development of strategic initiatives as well as personal responsibility and autonomy in performing complex technical operations or organising others It may include participation in teams including teams concerned with planning and evaluation functions Group or team coordination may also be involved

Method of assessment

The purpose of this unit is to define the standard of performance to be achieved in the workplace In undertaking training and assessment activities related to this unit consideration should be given to the implementation of appropriate diversity and accessibility practices in order to accommodate people who may have special needs Additional guidance on these and related matters is provided in ICA Section

The purpose of this unit is to define the standard of performance to be achieved in the workplace. In undertaking training and assessment activities related to this unit, consideration should be given to the implementation of appropriate diversity and accessibility practices in order to accommodate people who may have special needs. Additional guidance on these and related matters is provided in ICA05 Section 1.

Competency in this unit should be assessed using summative assessment to ensure consistency of performance in a range of contexts This unit can be assessed either in the workplace or in a simulated environment However simulated activities must closely reflect the workplace to enable full demonstration of competency

Supplementary questioning may be used during the summative assessment phase where necessary to ensure that all issues relating to different acquisition methods have been considered and appropriate choices made given organisational policy

Assessment will usually include observation of real or simulated work processes and procedures andor performance in a project context as well as questioning on underpinning knowledge and skills The questioning of team members supervisors subordinates peers and clients where appropriate may provide valuable input to the assessment process The interdependence of units for assessment purposes may vary with the particular project or scenario

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended

In the case of this unit it could be assessed in a holistic manner with

ICAIB Scope implementation requirements

ICAI5086B Scope implementation requirements

ICAIB Evaluate and negotiate vendor offerings

ICAI5088B Evaluate and negotiate vendor offerings

ICAIB Implement and hand over system components

ICAI5089B Implement and hand over system components

ICAIB Conduct pre installation audit for software installation

ICAI5090B Conduct pre installation audit for software installation

An individual demonstrating this competency would be able to

Demonstrate understanding of a broad knowledge base incorporating theoretical concepts with substantial depth in some areas

Analyse and plan approaches to technical problems or management requirements

Transfer and apply theoretical concepts andor technical or creative skills to a range of situations

Evaluate information using it to forecast for planning or research purposes

Take responsibility for own outputs in relation to broad quantity and quality parameters

Take some responsibility for the achievement of group outcomes

Maintain knowledge of industry products and services

Requirements may be in reference to:

database

Software may include but is not limited to:

Hardware may include but is not limited to:

Components may include:

Specifications may include but is not limited to:

Client may include but is not limited to:

OperatingSystem may include but is not limited to:

Note: The use of operating system in this unit is in the context of the pre-existing system and may therefore not be current industry version. Preference is for Linux 7.0 or above, Windows 2000 or above, Apple OS X or above

System components may include but are not limited to:

Acquisitionmethod may include but is not limited to:

Different acquisition methods can be found in IT strategy papers, or through discussions with IT director, finance director, suppliers