|
Class
|
Type
|
Characteristics
|
Illustrative Examples from Various Domains
|
|
Construction
|
Accounting
|
Software
|
|
1
|
Highly Creative |
New discovery or invention, with little dependence on standards
and procedures |
Design and build a mega-skyscraper like Shanghai's Xtopia |
Implement a new accounting system for a type of business that has never existed before |
Architect and code a state-of-the-art operating system for a new hardware architecture |
|
2 |
Moderately Creative |
Uses previously proven work with significant additions or modifications |
Design and build a 10-story office building with a few special
features |
Customize an existing accounting system for the special needs
of a business |
Architect and build a suite of applications to serve a line of
business |
|
3 |
Routine |
Uses standard elements with room for personalization |
Design and build a private residence on a tight budget |
Install a standard accounting system and set up the chart of accounts |
Build an application to fit into a line-of-business suite |
|
4 |
Moderately Structured |
Uses standard elements with minor variation allowed |
Complete a kitchen remodel, where the electricity and plumbing outlets are fixed |
Enter transactions into an existing accounting system; some judgment
required |
Build a simple application using standard components |
|
5 |
Highly Structured |
Mostly execution, only small cosmetic variation permitted |
Doghouse: Choose a set of plans and build it |
Most bookkeeping tasks |
Modify an existing application |
Editor's Note
