Comparison Matrix
Create a Software Comparison Matrix for a given scenario (provided below). Provide a short narrative on the
software comparison matrix approach and whether you agree or disagree with the opinion stated in the
comparing enterprise software is like apples and oranges reading.
Respond to at least two posts by your classmates to provide feedback on their software comparison matrix and
whether or not you agree with their opinion of this approach.
Assignment Scenario
As an integral component of its courses, the Information Design & Technology (IDT) program offered by the
SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) utilizes a video / web conferencing solution to deliver and record
synchronous course activities. In prior years, the IDT program utilized the Zoom video conferencing solution for
synchronous course components. Recently, the IDT program has switched to using Blackboard Collaborate for
these activities. In addition, SUNY Poly has access to Hangouts Meet as part of the G Suite for Education.
Given the background information provided in this scenario, create a Software Comparison Matrix to compare
the features and functionality of Zoom, Blackboard Collaborate, and Hangouts Meet. In addition, write a short
narrative on the merits of this approach. Specifically, do you agree or disagree with the opinion stated in the
comparing enterprise software is like apples and oranges reading?
Assignment Details
Software Comparison Matrix: Considering the provided scenario, create a Software Comparison Matrix to
compare the features and functionality of Zoom, Blackboard Collaborate, and Hangouts Meet. Feel free to use
an existing template if helpful.
Opinion Narrative: Write a short narrative addressing whether you agree or disagree with the opinion stated in
the Comparing Enterprise Software is like Apples and Oranges reading.
Submit your Software Comparison Matrix and narrative within this discussion forum.
Feedback: Respond to at least two posts by your classmates to provide feedback on their software comparison
matrix and whether or not you agree with their opinion of this approach.
https://www.cio.com/article/2917796/why-comparing-enterprise-software-products-with-each-other-doesntidentify-best-fit-software.html
https://blog.boardingware.com/features-vs-functionality/
https://www.businessanalystlearnings.com/ba-techniques/2014/2/27/weighted-scoring-model-a-technique-forcomparing-software-tools
https://www.cio.coSubmit your Comparison Matrix and narrative addressing whether you agree or disagree
with the opinion stated in the Comparing Enterprise Software is like Apples and Oranges reading here.