This report provides a comprehensive analysis of new system development, addressing the increasing reliance on software components developed outside client organizations. It explores the activities of analysis and design, covering system analysis techniques like data gathering and modeling, system design phases including preliminary and detailed design, system development processes with make or buy decisions, and implementation and maintenance strategies. The report emphasizes the importance of preliminary investigation, cost-benefit analysis, and structured methodologies in managing system development projects. It also touches upon software development models and the role of UML in modern software design, concluding with the significance of system maintenance and periodic evaluations. The student document is available on Desklib, a platform offering study tools, past papers, and solved assignments.