Learning aims B and C For Distinction standard, learners will draw on, and show synthesis of, knowledge
across the learning aims in order to evaluate their recommendations for data and
information use, and the policies they have produced.
Learners also need to show that they have considered the impact that the introduction
and use of different technologies and procedures will have on the organisation and
its stakeholders.
Learners must provide reasoned and realistic justifications of the decisions they have
made in their reports and policies. The evaluation and justification will be informed by
a balanced, wide-ranging review of the positive and negative aspects of the
recommendations they have made in comparison to alternatives.
For Merit standard, learners will provide a clear, accurate and well-reasoned analysis
of how and why data and information will be used by the organisation to meet identified
needs, considering the importance of data and information to the company and how it
will be used. They should consider how data is collected and for what purpose, and how
digital tools can help them to use data and information. Learners should also consider
how data and information is shared and exchanged between the organisation and its
stakeholders (including clients/customers).
Learners will explore the potential threats to the organisation’s IT systems and how the
mitigation of these threats will impact the organisation.
They will explore how procedures that ensure that IT is used in a legal, moral, ethical and
safe manner impact on the organisation and its stakeholders.
Learners will show a clear link to the organisation’s requirements.
The analysis will be balanced and supported by clear examples.
The evidence must be technically accurate and demonstrate good-quality written or
oral communication.
