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What is the first stage of decision making?
What is the first stage of decision making?
- Intelligence stage (correct)
- Choice stage
- Design stage
- Implementation stage
Which type of decision is made using a rule or procedure?
Which type of decision is made using a rule or procedure?
- Nonprogrammed decision
- Heuristic decision
- Satisficing decision
- Programmed decision (correct)
What does the monitoring stage of problem solving evaluate?
What does the monitoring stage of problem solving evaluate?
- The implementation and results achieved (correct)
- The feasibility of alternative solutions
- The identification of potential problems
- The selection of a course of action
Which model finds the best solution to meet organizational goals?
Which model finds the best solution to meet organizational goals?
What is a characteristic of nonprogrammed decisions?
What is a characteristic of nonprogrammed decisions?
How does problem complexity affect decision support systems?
How does problem complexity affect decision support systems?
What does a management information system (MIS) provide to managers?
What does a management information system (MIS) provide to managers?
Which decision-making approach finds a solution that is good but not necessarily the best?
Which decision-making approach finds a solution that is good but not necessarily the best?
Effective decision making is unnecessary for successful organizational operations.
Effective decision making is unnecessary for successful organizational operations.
The design stage of decision making includes implementing the selected course of action.
The design stage of decision making includes implementing the selected course of action.
Programmed decisions are typically made in response to unique and unforeseen circumstances.
Programmed decisions are typically made in response to unique and unforeseen circumstances.
The optimization model seeks the most effective solution to help organizations achieve their objectives.
The optimization model seeks the most effective solution to help organizations achieve their objectives.
Heuristics are complex algorithms designed to solve problems in a novel way.
Heuristics are complex algorithms designed to solve problems in a novel way.
Nonprogrammed decisions can be easily measured and quantified.
Nonprogrammed decisions can be easily measured and quantified.
Decision support systems performance is influenced by the quality of decisions made and the complexity of problems.
Decision support systems performance is influenced by the quality of decisions made and the complexity of problems.
Management information systems (MIS) are solely focused on data collection without any consideration for achieving organizational goals.
Management information systems (MIS) are solely focused on data collection without any consideration for achieving organizational goals.
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Study Notes
Decision Making and Problem Solving
- Effective decision making is essential for organizational success.
- Strategic planning and organizational goals guide the decision-making process.
- Information systems enhance problem-solving abilities, improving decision-making and potentially saving lives.
Decision-Making Phases
- Intelligence Stage: Identify and define potential problems or opportunities.
- Design Stage: Develop and evaluate alternative solutions for feasibility.
- Choice Stage: Select a specific course of action from the evaluated alternatives.
Problem Solving
- Encompasses decision making and also includes implementation and monitoring stages.
- Monitoring Stage: Evaluates whether the implementation has achieved anticipated results and determines the need for modifications.
Programmed vs Nonprogrammed Decisions
- Programmed Decisions:
- Follow established rules, procedures, or quantitative methods.
- Easily computerized using traditional information systems.
- Nonprogrammed Decisions:
- Address unusual or exceptional situations.
- Typically not quantifiable, requiring more subjective judgment.
Decision-Making Models
- Optimization Model: Aims to find the best possible solution to meet organizational goals.
- Satisficing Model: Seeks a solution that is satisfactory rather than optimal.
- Heuristics: Guidelines or procedures that help in finding reasonable solutions based on common practices.
Benefits of Information and Decision Support Systems
- Decision support systems enhance decision quality, particularly in complex problem scenarios.
- Problem complexity is influenced by the difficulty of solving and implementing the problem.
Management Information Systems (MIS)
- MIS includes an integrated collection of people, procedures, databases, and devices.
- Provides essential information to managers and decision-makers to achieve organizational goals.
- Can provide a competitive advantage to the organization.
Decision Making and Problem Solving
- Effective decision making is essential for organizational success.
- Strategic planning and organizational goals guide the decision-making process.
- Information systems enhance problem-solving abilities, improving decision-making and potentially saving lives.
Decision-Making Phases
- Intelligence Stage: Identify and define potential problems or opportunities.
- Design Stage: Develop and evaluate alternative solutions for feasibility.
- Choice Stage: Select a specific course of action from the evaluated alternatives.
Problem Solving
- Encompasses decision making and also includes implementation and monitoring stages.
- Monitoring Stage: Evaluates whether the implementation has achieved anticipated results and determines the need for modifications.
Programmed vs Nonprogrammed Decisions
- Programmed Decisions:
- Follow established rules, procedures, or quantitative methods.
- Easily computerized using traditional information systems.
- Nonprogrammed Decisions:
- Address unusual or exceptional situations.
- Typically not quantifiable, requiring more subjective judgment.
Decision-Making Models
- Optimization Model: Aims to find the best possible solution to meet organizational goals.
- Satisficing Model: Seeks a solution that is satisfactory rather than optimal.
- Heuristics: Guidelines or procedures that help in finding reasonable solutions based on common practices.
Benefits of Information and Decision Support Systems
- Decision support systems enhance decision quality, particularly in complex problem scenarios.
- Problem complexity is influenced by the difficulty of solving and implementing the problem.
Management Information Systems (MIS)
- MIS includes an integrated collection of people, procedures, databases, and devices.
- Provides essential information to managers and decision-makers to achieve organizational goals.
- Can provide a competitive advantage to the organization.
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