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Which of the following is NOT a core ERP module?

  • Operations management
  • Financial management
  • Customer relationship management (correct)
  • HR management

What does the concept of customer intimacy primarily focus on?

  • Decreasing customer churn rates by reducing offerings
  • Increasing profits through standardization of products
  • Building lasting personal relationships with customers (correct)
  • Maximizing the number of customers served

Which process is characterized by collecting transaction data in batches?

  • Real-time processing
  • Automated data entry
  • Batch processing (correct)
  • Online transaction processing

What term refers to the loss of a certain percentage of customers over time?

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Which of the following is an extended ERP module?

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What is the primary function of social commerce?

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Which of the following accurately describes a weblog?

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What distinguishes enterprise social networks from general social networking sites?

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What is the purpose of a mashup website?

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What is the role of a blogger?

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Which type of cloud service provides on-demand access to shared IT resources over the internet?

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What characteristic of cloud computing suggests that resources can be adjusted based on demand?

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Which of the following is considered a disadvantage of mobile computing for businesses?

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In what way does dematerialization affect devices like smartphones?

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Which type of cloud is often characterized by a mix of public and private resources?

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What does the term 'Internet of Things' refer to?

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Which of the following technologies is not classified as a type of wireless technology?

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Which of the following is NOT a service model of cloud computing?

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What is the primary use of Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO) satellites?

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Which wireless transmission media requires a clear line of sight and can communicate across distances of about 64 km?

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Which of the following is NOT one of the major types of wireless media channels?

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What is the primary characteristic of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites?

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Which type of wireless network is an example of a personal area network (PAN)?

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What essential features create advantages for mobile computing?

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Which technology allows for high bandwidth wireless communication at speeds exceeding 100 Mbps?

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What is the smallest range of any short-range wireless network, designed for mobile devices?

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What is the primary purpose of OLAP (Online Analytical Processing)?

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Which type of analysis is primarily used for predicting future outcomes and trends?

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What distinguishes prescriptive analytics from other types of analytics?

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Which tool is commonly used for decision support and involves sifting through massive amounts of data?

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In which area is data mining particularly applied for predictive analytics?

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What method is used to compare an organization against its peers or competitors?

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Which of the following is a characteristic of descriptive analytics?

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Which type of mining focuses specifically on extracting information from text data?

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What is the primary function of customer touching applications in e-CRM?

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Which of the following describes the push model in supply chain management?

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What is a key solution for addressing supply chain problems?

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What technology does an extranet primarily utilize to connect different internets?

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Which of these is NOT a type of corporate portal?

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Business Intelligence (BI) encompasses which of the following?

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Which solution is an example of Just in Time (JIT) inventory system?

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Which emerging technology can be involved in IT support for supply chain management?

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Flashcards

Cloud Computing

Convenient, on-demand access to shared IT resources via the internet.

Cloud Computing Types

Public, Private, Hybrid, and Vertical cloud deployments.

Cloud Services

Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS).

Mobile Computing

Real-time, wireless connection between a mobile device and other computing systems.

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Mobile Commerce

E-commerce transactions conducted using a mobile device.

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Internet of Things (IoT)

Everyday objects with processing power and internet connectivity.

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Dematerialization

Combining multiple device functions into one physical device (e.g., smartphone).

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Cloud Characteristics

On-demand, convenience, and scalability. It's flexible.

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Social Computing

IT that combines social behavior and computing to create value.

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Social Commerce

Using social computing in business for online buying and selling.

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Weblog (Blog)

A personal website where someone shares opinions and feelings about topics.

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Blogger

Someone who creates and maintains a blog, sharing stories and views.

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Mashup

A website combining content from different websites to create something new.

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ERP System

A software that integrates all departments of an organization, providing a holistic view of business operations.

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ERP Modules

These are individual components of an ERP system that manage specific aspects of the business, like finance, operations, or HR.

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Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

A strategy focusing on building long-term relationships with customers by understanding their individual needs and providing personalized experiences.

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Customer Churn

The percentage of customers a business loses over a specific period.

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Lifetime Value

The total value a customer brings to a business over their entire relationship, including future purchases and loyalty.

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Wireless Transmission Media

Methods of transmitting signals without wires using electromagnetic waves.

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Microwave Tower

A tower that transmits signals in a straight line, requiring a clear view between towers.

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Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO)

A satellite orbit that appears stationary above a fixed point on Earth.

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Low Earth Orbit (LEO)

A satellite orbit close to Earth, requiring many satellites for global coverage.

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WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network)

A wireless network, similar to a wired LAN, within a local area.

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Wireless Access Point

A device connecting a wireless network to a wired network.

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RFID

A technology using radio waves to identify and track devices.

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Bluetooth

A short-range wireless technology used for connecting devices.

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Process Analyst

A professional who analyzes and improves business processes to optimize efficiency and effectiveness. They identify problems, design solutions, and implement changes.

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Text Mining

The process of extracting meaningful information from unstructured text data, such as documents, emails, and web pages. It involves identifying patterns, trends, and insights.

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Performance Management

A systematic process of setting goals, monitoring progress, providing feedback, and evaluating performance to improve individual and organizational effectiveness.

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Beige Marketing

A marketing approach that focuses on subtle, understated, and less intrusive methods to reach target audiences, avoiding aggressive or attention-grabbing tactics.

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OLAP (Online Analytical Processing)

A technology that analyzes large business databases to enable complex queries and calculations without impacting transactional systems. It helps uncover insights and trends.

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DSS (Decision Support Systems)

Computerized programs that help decision-makers by analyzing large datasets, providing comprehensive information, and supporting decision-making processes.

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Data Mining

Discovering hidden patterns, trends, and anomalies within large datasets to predict outcomes. It involves techniques like text mining, social media mining, and web mining.

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Web Mining

A specific type of data mining that focuses on extracting information from websites, web pages, and online user behavior to understand trends and predict online activities.

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Customer Touching Applications

Applications where customers interact directly with online tools, like websites or apps, instead of talking to a representative. This allows customers to find information, compare products, and even customize their experience.

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Supply Chain Management (SCM)

The process of managing the flow of goods, services, and information from suppliers to customers. It involves coordination and collaboration across different stages to ensure efficient delivery.

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Push vs. Pull Model

Two contrasting approaches to production in supply chain management. The push model produces goods based on forecasts, while the pull model produces only after receiving a customer order.

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Vertical Integration

A strategy where a company takes control of different stages of the supply chain, potentially owning suppliers or distributors. This aims to improve efficiency and coordination.

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Extranet

A private network that allows secure access to company data by authorized external partners, like suppliers or customers.

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Procurement Portal

An online platform where a single buyer, like a company, can interact with multiple suppliers to source goods or services.

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Business Analytics (BA)

Using data and analytical techniques to understand past business performance, identify trends, and uncover insights to guide future decisions.

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Business Intelligence (BI)

A broad term encompassing various strategies and tools for collecting, storing, analyzing, and using data to support business decision-making.

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Study Notes

Exam Information

  • Exam date: Monday, December 9th, 7-9 PM
  • Covers chapters 8-13 and 3 tech guides
  • 50 multiple choice questions
  • 1 short answer question (choose 2 from options)
  • Students need to discuss every subtopic for the answer option chosen.

Chapter 8: Cloud Computing

  • Cloud computing is a type of computing that delivers on-demand, convenient, pay-as-you-go access to shared IT resources over the internet.
  • Four types of cloud computing: public, private, hybrid, and vertical.
  • Types of services on the cloud: Infrastructure as a service (IaaS), Platform as a service (PaaS), and Software as a service (SaaS).
  • Examples of cloud services: Salesforce, Gmail, Dropbox.
  • Cloud characteristics: on-demand, convenience, scalability (depending on need/season).

Wireless Technologies

  • Wireless technologies include mobile computing, mobile commerce, the Internet of Things (IoT).
  • Mobile computing involves changing locations. Some wireless networks are fixed (e.g., microwave towers), while others are mobile (e.g., MiFi).
  • Mobile commerce involves e-commerce transactions conducted on mobile devices.

The Internet of Things (IoT)

  • IoT means virtually every object has processing power with global network connectivity.
  • Examples: smart fridge, smart doorbell, smart lights, smart watch.
  • Three major advantages: small size, sufficient computing power, and wireless communication.
  • One disadvantage: worker data transmission risks for sensitive business information.

Wireless Transmission Media

  • Wireless media transmit signals without wires.
  • Major types of wireless media channels: microwave towers, satellite towers, and radio towers.
  • Electromagnetic waves are used for signal propagation.

Chapter 9: Social Computing

  • Social computing combines information technology with social behavior to create value.
  • Techniques: weblogs, blogs, wikis
  • Examples: people commenting on products or expressing opinions.
  • Social networking sites allow users to upload content (text, voice, etc.)

Chapter 10: Operating Systems Software

  • Operating systems software and application software.
  • FAIS- Functional Area IS (e.g., accounting, marketing, production, HR) support organizational subunits.
  • TPS - Transaction Processing System records data, e.g product manufacture, service, or payroll generation.
  • ERP- Enterprise Resource Planning systems manage information across departments.

Reports

  • Reports present summarized data in different formats (e.g., text, graphs, pictures).
  • Routine reports are scheduled (e.g., daily quality control).
  • Non-routine reports are created on-demand (e.g., drill-down data).
  • Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) measure performance against predefined standards.
  • Exception reports show cases falling outside standards.
  • ERP systems integrate business units.

Chapter 11: CRM and SCM

  • CRM: Customer Relationship Management focusing on customer value differences.
  • SCM: Supply Chain Management.
  • Customer intimacy: building lasting personal relationships with customers.
  • Lifetime value: estimate of a customer's future revenue.
  • Customer churn: percentage of lost customers.

Chapter 12: Business Analytics

  • Business Analytics (BA) uses skills, technologies, and practices to gain insights from data.
  • Business Intelligence (BI) is the process of collecting, storing, and analyzing data.
  • BA tools include: text mining, performance management, process analysis.

Chapter 13: IT Applications

  • How much code should the company write?
  • How should the company pay for applications?
  • Where should the application operate?
  • Application options: purchase pre-written, customize existing, lease, ASP/SaaS, open-source.

Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

  • Systems Investigation/Planning
  • Systems Analysis
  • Systems Design
  • Systems Programming
  • Systems Testing
  • Systems Implementation
  • Systems Maintenance
  • Agile (Scrum), Rapid Application Development(RAD), DevOps methods are also explained.

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