MIS 215 Milestone Two Checklist
Use this checklist as a self-review before submitting Milestone Two. If you can check off each item,
you are aligned with the rubric and expectations.
Business Questions (What Leaders Need to Know)
• I identified clear business questions decision makers would ask.
• My questions are tied to the merger scenario.
• My questions focus on business decisions (not technical tasks).
• Each question is written clearly and professionally.
Data Needed to Answer the Questions
• I identified appropriate data types for each business question.
• My data types are specific (sales, customer, inventory, vendor, etc.).
• I explained why each type of data is needed.
• I did not list data without explanation.
Linking Client Systems
• I explained (at a high level) how systems would be linked or integrated.
• I used clear, nontechnical language (no database design or SQL).
• I connected the systems back to the business questions.
• If I used a flowchart, it is simple and supports my explanation (optional).
Gaps in Data Flow
• I identified potential data issues (duplicates, missing fields, mismatched IDs, inconsistent
formats, etc.).
• I explained why these gaps matter to the business.
• I described (at a high level) how gaps could be addressed.
• I showed awareness of system limitations.
Business Reports
• I identified specific reports needed to answer the business questions.
• I described each report clearly in business terms.
• I explained what decisions each report supports.
• I avoided vague statements such as “run reports.”
Information Gathering and Stakeholders
• I identified stakeholders involved in gathering report data.
• I explained what information is needed from each stakeholder.
• I explained why each stakeholder is important.
• I used audience-appropriate, nontechnical language.
Reporting Tools
• I identified appropriate reporting tools.
• I explained how each tool would be used.
• I connected tools to the business questions.
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I demonstrated understanding of what the tools can do.
Writing and Organization
• I answered all required questions in complete sentences.
• My responses are organized in a logical order.
• My tone is professional and business-focused.
• I explained my reasoning clearly (not just conclusions).