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Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of an Information System (IS)?

  • To serve as a communication tool within organizations.
  • To facilitate planning, control, coordination, analysis, and decision making. (correct)
  • To only store data without processing it.
  • To provide entertainment within the workplace.

What is one of the core values outlined for this course?

  • Quality not quantity in learning. (correct)
  • Continuous assessment through exams only.
  • Limit collaboration among students.
  • Focus exclusively on theoretical knowledge.

Which of the following topics is NOT covered in the first week of lectures?

  • Introduction to Information Systems
  • Introduction to Cloud Computing
  • Outline of Information Systems Types
  • Salesforce Data Modeling (correct)

The Golden Circle model discussed in the context of this course primarily emphasizes which of the following?

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Which of the following technologies is introduced during the course?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a functional unit of business organizations?

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What is the primary purpose of the human resource function within an organization?

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In the context of manufacturing, what is the correct order of the three stages of the production process?

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Which perspective emphasizes the role of technology in transforming data for business use?

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What is the main focus of the finance and accounting function within an organization?

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What is one of the primary purposes of the human resources process?

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Which business level focuses on producing the product or service?

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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of implementing information systems in business?

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What is the first step in the systems analysis phase?

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Which characteristic is associated with the physical design phase of systems design?

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What does reengineering primarily involve in a business context?

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Which aspect does not typically fall under ethical and social responsibility in information systems?

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Which is an example of a business process?

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Flashcards

Information System (IS)

A set of interconnected components that collects, processes, stores, retrieves, and distributes information to aid planning, control, coordination, analysis, and decision-making in businesses.

DS101

A course about fundamental Information Systems.

Golden Circle Model

A theory (by Simon Sinek) focusing on a company's core values and principles.

IS Types

Different kinds of Information Systems used by businesses.

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Cloud Computing

A type of computing where data and applications are stored and accessed over the internet.

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Web Server

A computer program or physical device that stores and delivers web pages to users.

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Entity-Relationship Model

A visual way to show relationships between data in a database.

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Information Systems Analysis and Design

The process of evaluating and designing information solutions for businesses.

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Salesforce

A popular Customer Relationship Management (CRM) application.

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Input-Process-Output Perspective

A business perspective focusing on how data enters a system, is processed, and then produces an output.

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People-Organization-Technology Perspective

A business perspective that considers the people, organizational structure, and technology used within an organization.

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Technology (in Business)

The tools and methods used to transform & organize data for business processes.

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Functional Units

Different departments or groups within a business organization.

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Production Function

The section of a business that creates goods and services.

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Sales & Marketing Function

Finding customers, developing markets , and maintaining markets for company products.

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Finance & Accounting Function

Handles finances, manages assets, and keeps financial records.

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Human Resources Function

Attracts and manages the workforce of a company.

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Inbound Logistics

The process of receiving and storing materials from suppliers.

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Production

The process of transforming inputs into finished goods or services.

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Outbound Logistics

The process of shipping finished goods to customers.

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Business Process

A series of interrelated activities that organize and focus work to produce a product or service.

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Business Levels

Different levels within a business, including strategic (long-range planning), tactical (coordination & supervision), and operational (production).

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IS Literacy

Understanding of information systems and how they are used in business.

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Computer Literacy

Knowledge of using computer hardware and software.

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Systems Analysis

The first phase in the systems development life cycle, focusing on understanding the problem.

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Systems Design

The phase after systems analysis where the solution is planned and documented.

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Competitive Advantage

An advantage of a business over its competitors.

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Globalization

The increasing interconnectedness and interdependence of countries.

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Input (Systems Design)

The data or information that enters a system.

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Process (Systems Design)

The activities that transform input into output.

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Output (Systems Design)

The results of the system's processing.

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Human Resources Process

The process of attracting, developing, and maintaining a workforce.

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Study Notes

Course Information

  • Course code: DS101
  • Course name: Fundamental of Information Systems
  • Credit hours: 2
  • Lectures: 2
  • Labs: 2
  • Tutorials: 2
  • Total: 4
  • The course is an introduction to information systems, covering what an IS is, different types, and how businesses use them.
  • The basic technologies providing the technical foundation for information systems are explored.
  • Workshops reinforce the concepts learned during lectures.

Lecture Topics

  • Week 1: Introduction to Information systems
  • Week 2: Information systems types
  • Week 3: The Web
  • Week 4: Web Server
  • Week 5: Introduction to Cloud Computing
  • Week 6: Building Information Systems
  • Week 7: Revision and Discussion
  • Week 8: Mid Term Exam
  • Week 9: Introduction To Salesforce
  • Week 10: Salesforce Data modeling
  • Week 11: The Entity-Relationship Model
  • Week 12: Information Systems Analysis and Design
  • Week 13: Securing Information Systems
  • Week 14: Revision and Discussion

What is an Information System (IS)?

  • A set of interrelated components working together to collect, retrieve, process, store, and distribute information.
  • The purpose is to facilitate planning, control, coordination, analysis, and decision-making in business organizations.
  • Two perspectives:
    • Input-process-output perspective: Environment, Organization, Input, Processing, Output, and Feedback.
    • People-organization-technology perspective: Environment, Organizations, People, Technology and Information System.

IS in Business

  • Business functions, Business processes.
  • A series of interrelated activities through which work is organized and focused to produce a product or service.
  • Business Levels
  • Strategic (long-range planning)
  • Tactical (co-ordinate & supervise)
  • Operational (produce product & service)
  • The order generation and fulfillment process.

Functional Units of Business Organizations

  • Production, Sales/Marketing, Finance/Accounting, Human Resources
  • Maximize profit by producing goods and/or services.
  • Manufacturing and Production Function: inbound logistics, production, outbound logistics.
  • Sales and Marketing Function: identifying and creating markets, developing and maintaining markets.
  • Finance and Accounting Function: managing financial assets and maintaining financial records (accounting process).
  • Human Resources Function: attracting and maintaining an appropriate workforce, attracting workforce, developing workforce, and maintaining workforce.

Computer vs IS Literacy.

  • Organizational and Individual Behavior skill impacts Information Systems literacy.
  • Information Technology skills and Analysis and Problem-Solving skills impact Information Systems literacy.

IS Approach to Problem Solving

  • Systems Analysis (Define and Analyze Problem, Investigate and Understand Problem, Select Best Option).
  • Systems Design (Design Solution, Implement Solution, Evaluate Results).
  • Logical and Physical design of systems
  • Technology, Organizational and People perspectives to problem solving.

Technology Perspective to Problem Solving

  • Capacity, Hardware, Software, Compatibility, Databases, Telecommunications and Change Management are key elements of the technology perspective.

Organizational Perspective to Problem Solving

  • Resources, Culture, Management, Turbulence, Bureaucracy, Complexity and Politics

People Perspective to Problem Solving

  • Ergonomics
  • Legal and Regulatory Compliance
  • Evaluation and Monitoring
  • Employee Involvement
  • Training

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