Global Information Systems and Operational Command Centers Quiz

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What is the primary difference between data and information?

Data consists of raw numbers, while information includes processed data with context and meaning.

Which level of authority in a firm is primarily responsible for strategic decision-making?

Senior management

What is the purpose of feedback in the context of information systems?

To evaluate and correct input data

Which business function involves attracting, developing, and maintaining a labor force?

Human resources Signup and view all the answers

What does the IT infrastructure of an organization consist of?

Platform that the system is built on Signup and view all the answers

What does the business information value chain aim to add to raw data?

Value by leading to better decisions, efficiency, and higher profits Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Operational Command Center described in the text?

To improve customer experience through crowd flow management Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the relationship between information technology and business strategy?

IT and business strategy are interdependent, with the ability to use IT enabling the implementation of corporate strategies Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key characteristics of digital firms described in the text?

Time and space shifting in business relationships and processes Signup and view all the answers

How is the growing use of big data impacting businesses?

It is enabling the analysis of very large data sets to reveal patterns and trends Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the challenges associated with globalization mentioned in the text?

Reduced flexibility in organizational and management structures Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the role of information systems in improving customer satisfaction?

Information systems are used to enhance the customer experience through crowd flow management Signup and view all the answers