Discussion Questions for Case 1: Redesigning Contracted Service Procurement for Internet-based Electronic Commerce

  1. Are their any concerns for collecting personal or sensitive data discussed in the case?
  2. What kinds of Database Management problems were encountered at ONR?
  3. What kinds of Complications in data management were encountered at ONR?
  4. What core business problems pertaining to database management were addressed in the ONR case?
  5. Was it necessary in your opinion to change the legacy processes at ONR in order to implement  Web-based procurement services? If so, why?
  6. In your opinion, do you think the situation and problems encountered at ONR is likely to be found in commercial enterprises? If so, why?