The document outlines the 8 phases of the system development life cycle: 1) defining mission and goals, 2) specifying information needs, 3) analyzing the existing system, 4) designing the new system, 5) coding the new system, 6) testing the new system, and 7) implementing the new system. It provides details on the key activities and objectives for each phase, from initially identifying problems and goals through implementing the new system and training users.