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What is the primary purpose of a computer?
What is the primary purpose of a computer?
Which of the following best defines an information system?
Which of the following best defines an information system?
Which component is NOT part of an information system?
Which component is NOT part of an information system?
What does the term 'data' refer to in the context of information systems?
What does the term 'data' refer to in the context of information systems?
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What does the field of computer science primarily study?
What does the field of computer science primarily study?
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What is the primary role of the Information Technology (IT) department?
What is the primary role of the Information Technology (IT) department?
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Why do companies invest resources in information systems?
Why do companies invest resources in information systems?
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What are the two options for managing an IT budget?
What are the two options for managing an IT budget?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of an information system?
Which of the following is NOT a component of an information system?
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What does the 'make or buy' decision in IT project development entail?
What does the 'make or buy' decision in IT project development entail?
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What is meant by 'mixed development' in software applications?
What is meant by 'mixed development' in software applications?
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Which of the following statements best describes communication networks in an information system?
Which of the following statements best describes communication networks in an information system?
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What does it mean when a company decides to 'buy' an application?
What does it mean when a company decides to 'buy' an application?
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Flashcards
Computer's Purpose
Computer's Purpose
A computer processes data and turns it into useful information to solve problems and boost productivity.
Information System Components
Information System Components
A combination of people, devices, applications, processes, data, and information that gives companies the right info, at the right time.
Information System Goal
Information System Goal
To give the correct information to every decision-making part of a company at the right time.
Computer Science
Computer Science
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Data vs. Information
Data vs. Information
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Information System
Information System
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Information Technology (IT) Department
Information Technology (IT) Department
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Strategic Business Goal
Strategic Business Goal
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Competitive Advantage
Competitive Advantage
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Information System Infrastructure
Information System Infrastructure
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Make or Buy Decision
Make or Buy Decision
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IT Budget Management
IT Budget Management
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Market Price
Market Price
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Study Notes
Course Information
- Course: Business and Finance
- Academic Year: 2024/2025
- Course Name: Information Systems
- Instructor: Francesco Tornieri
- University: Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
Agenda
- Definitions
- Information systems
- Professional roles
Definitions
- Computer/Electronic Device: A device for processing data and signals (Treccani)
Purpose of a Computer
- Process data and convert it to useful information
- Goal: speed up problem-solving and improve productivity
Computer Science
- Studies information processing and its applications
- Focuses on computer representation, organization, and automated information processing
- Originates from the French word "informatique," a combination of "information" and "automation"
- Coined by P. Dreyfus in 1962
Information System Definition and Components
- Combines people, devices (hardware), applications (software), and communication networks
- Processes data and information
- Enables companies to have the right information at the right place and time
- Purpose: meet decision-making needs by providing necessary information to operate
Data and Information
- Data: Numerical or symbolic representation of a measurement, characteristic, event, or object (e.g., price=202.85; stock=APPLE; time=11.24)
- Information: Data with meaning and associated specific content (e.g., the market price of ENI stock was 202.85 at 11:24)
- Information systems process data into information
Information Systems Infrastructure
- Hardware: Tangible computer components
- Software: Programs/instructions for computer functions
- Communication Networks: Connections between devices for data transmission
Companies and Information Systems
- Companies invest in information systems to achieve strategic goals, gain competitive advantages, and increase efficiency
Information Technology (IT) Department
- Manages information processing and distribution to ensure all organizational units have necessary information to achieve business goals
- Applies ICT to make business processes more efficient through automated information systems
Responsibility for Information Systems
- IT department (executive and proactive role)
- Other business units (IT's customers)
IT Budget
- Two options:
- Management allocates budget to each department, then each department defines project budgets and assigns to IT
- IT manages the budget centrally for maximum efficiency
Make or Buy Decisions
- IT projects require a choice between developing (making) or purchasing (buying) software and hardware.
- Options exist for outsourcing or renting hardware and software.
Software Applications
- Make: developing software using internal or mixed internal/external resources based on internal specifications
- Buy: purchasing existing software with or without customization or acquiring application rights
Information Systems Function and New Digital Skills
- Focuses on definitions, companies, and professional roles within information systems.
Professional Roles
- Data Scientist
- Ecommerce Specialist
- Cybersecurity Expert
- Social Media Manager
- Community Manager
- Web Content Specialist
- Web Designer
- Web Marketing Manager
- Mobile Developer
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Explore the key concepts of Information Systems, including definitions, core components, and the role of technology in enhancing productivity. This quiz covers essential terms and the importance of information processing in business environments.