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A company is deciding whether to invest in a new system. It wants a system to record all sales transactions, manage inventory, and handle customer relationship management. Which system would best consolidate these functions?
A company is deciding whether to invest in a new system. It wants a system to record all sales transactions, manage inventory, and handle customer relationship management. Which system would best consolidate these functions?
- Decision Support System (DSS)
- Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) (correct)
- Transaction Processing System (TPS)
- Management Information System (MIS)
What is the primary goal of systems investigation and analysis during systems development?
What is the primary goal of systems investigation and analysis during systems development?
- To ensure the new system meets changing business needs.
- To understand the problem and potential solutions. (correct)
- To design the user interface of the new system.
- To implement the new system into operation.
A hospital uses a system that can diagnose diseases based on symptoms and patient history, recommending treatments like a medical expert. This is an example of what type of system?
A hospital uses a system that can diagnose diseases based on symptoms and patient history, recommending treatments like a medical expert. This is an example of what type of system?
- Expert System (correct)
- Management Information System (MIS)
- Transaction Processing System (TPS)
- Decision Support System (DSS)
Which of the following best describes the relationship between e-commerce and m-commerce?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between e-commerce and m-commerce?
What is the primary purpose of the 'maintenance and review' stage in systems development?
What is the primary purpose of the 'maintenance and review' stage in systems development?
A company is trying to improve its decision-making process. Which of the following represents the correct order of transforming raw facts into actionable insights?
A company is trying to improve its decision-making process. Which of the following represents the correct order of transforming raw facts into actionable insights?
An organization wants to create a system for managing customer relationships. Which combination of components is essential for an effective Customer Relationship Management (CRM) information system?
An organization wants to create a system for managing customer relationships. Which combination of components is essential for an effective Customer Relationship Management (CRM) information system?
A global corporation needs to share sensitive information securely with its suppliers. Which type of network would be most suitable for this purpose?
A global corporation needs to share sensitive information securely with its suppliers. Which type of network would be most suitable for this purpose?
A hospital implements a new system, but the staff finds it difficult to use, leading to errors and inefficiencies. Which aspect of the information system is most likely deficient?
A hospital implements a new system, but the staff finds it difficult to use, leading to errors and inefficiencies. Which aspect of the information system is most likely deficient?
A marketing team is analyzing sales figures from the previous quarter. What transformation needs to occur for the sales figures (data) to become valuable for decision-making?
A marketing team is analyzing sales figures from the previous quarter. What transformation needs to occur for the sales figures (data) to become valuable for decision-making?
Which activity is NOT considered one of the primary information system activities?
Which activity is NOT considered one of the primary information system activities?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between data and information within an information system?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between data and information within an information system?
In the context of information systems, what is the primary role of 'feedback'?
In the context of information systems, what is the primary role of 'feedback'?
A company's culture influences its information systems primarily by:
A company's culture influences its information systems primarily by:
Which activity applies to processing data into information?
Which activity applies to processing data into information?
What is the purpose of a 'system boundary' in the context of information systems?
What is the purpose of a 'system boundary' in the context of information systems?
In the context of data output, what determines the organization of data in storage?
In the context of data output, what determines the organization of data in storage?
What is the key difference between a Transaction Processing System (TPS) and an Executive Support System (ESS) in an organization?
What is the key difference between a Transaction Processing System (TPS) and an Executive Support System (ESS) in an organization?
Flashcards
Information System
Information System
A set of interrelated components that collect, manipulate, store, and disseminate data, providing a feedback mechanism to monitor performance.
Data
Data
Raw, unorganized facts before they are processed.
Information
Information
A collection of facts organized to provide additional value beyond the facts themselves.
Knowledge
Knowledge
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Procedures
Procedures
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E-commerce
E-commerce
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M-commerce
M-commerce
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Expert System
Expert System
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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Transaction Processing System (TPS)
Transaction Processing System (TPS)
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Computer Literacy
Computer Literacy
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Informal Information System
Informal Information System
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Sub System
Sub System
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System Boundary
System Boundary
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Source document
Source document
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User Interface
User Interface
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Study Notes
Information Systems Overview
- An information system has interrelated components.
- These components collect, manipulate, and store data.
- They disseminate information and monitor performance.
- An information system combines people, hardware, software, communication networks, and data resources.
- The system collects data, transforms it, then disseminates information.
Data vs. Information
- Data consists of raw, disorganized facts.
- Information comprises facts organized to have additional value.
- Defining relationships among data creates information.
Information Concepts
Process
- A process is a set of logically related tasks.
- Tasks are performed to achieve a defined outcome.
Knowledge
- Knowledge includes awareness and understanding of information.
- It enables information to support specific tasks or decisions.
Value of Information
- The value of information links directly to how it aids decision-makers in achieving organizational goals.
System Definition
- A system includes elements or components interacting to achieve goals.
- Hardware refers to computer equipment.
- Software refers to computer programs.
- Databases consist of organized fact collections.
Telecommunications
- Telecommunications encompasses the electronic transmission of signals for communication.
- Networks enable distant electronic communication.
- The Internet consists of interconnected networks..
- An Intranet is an internal corporate Network.
- An Extranet links Intranets.
- People and procedures are important components of information systems.
- Procedures involve strategies, policies, methods, and rules for using computer-based information systems (CBIS).
Business Information Systems
- E-Commerce: Any business transaction executed electronically.
- M-Commerce: Transactions conducted anytime, anywhere.
- M-commerce relies on wireless communications.
TPS and ERP
- Transactions include business-related exchanges and evidence of business events.
- A Transaction Processing System (TPS) records completed business transactions.
- Enterprise Resource Planning(ERP) involves integrated programs for managing business operations.
Management and Decision Support Systems
- A Management Information System (MIS) provides routine information to managers and decision-makers.
- A Decision Support System (DSS) supports problem-specific decision-making.
Specialized Business I.S.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- AI is a field where computers take on human intelligence.
- An Expert System makes suggestions and acts like an expert.
- A Knowledge Base includes data, rules, procedures, relationships to achieve the correct outcome.
Virtual Reality
- Virtual Reality is a simulation of a real or imagined environment.
- The simulation can be experienced visually in three dimensions.
Systems Development
- Systems Development involves creating or modifying business information systems.
- Systems Investigation and Analysis focuses on understanding the problem and potential solutions.
- Systems Design, Implementation, Maintenance, and Review determine how the new system will meet business needs.
- It also includes putting the new system into operation and ensuring it continues to meet changing needs.
Information Systems in Society
- Key considerations include security, privacy, and ethical issues
- These considerations may be impacted by the Internet.
Computer Literacy
- Computer Literacy encompasses knowledge of computer systems, equipment, and their functions.
- Data represents raw, unorganized facts.
- Information means data organized meaningfully for the user, considering the environment.
Informal Information System
- Each organization has a culture with assumptions, values, and ways of doing things.
- These are accepted by most members.
System Elements
- The environment includes business aspects and computer elements.
- A sub-system forms component of a larger system.
- System Boundary interaction with the environment.
- This occurs via an interface.
Information System Activities
- Includes the input of data resources, as well as processing data to derive information, and the generating the output information.
Input of Data Resources
- Includes data entry, editing, machine-readable formats, source documents as a form of transaction and user interface.
Process Data into Information
- Processing includes actions like calculating, comparing, sorting, classifying, and summarizing.
- Maintaining data quality requires continuous correction and updating.
Output of Information
- Information may be transmitted to users via display, paper, or audio.
- Data are retained in an organized manner using fields, records, files, and data bases.
- System performance must be monitored and evaluated.
- This to determines if the information system meets standards.
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Overview of information systems, including their components and functions. Explanation of data, information, and knowledge, emphasizing the importance of processes. Discusses the value of information in decision-making and achieving organizational goals.
