One decision a systems analyst makes is how the organization will build the system. You have three basic options available:

One decision a systems analyst makes is how the organization will build the system. You have three basic options available: build a custom system in-house, purchase an existing commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) package and customize it, or outsource the project to a vendor. Each option has benefits and drawbacks that vary depending on the situation. This important decision directly affects the system design.