Information Systems Within the Organization Quiz

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What is a common error resulting from overlapping updates in transaction processing?

Data duplication

Data fragmentation

Data inconsistency (correct)

Data loss

In the context of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), what is the main goal of ERP 2 systems?

Integrating various automated factory systems (correct)

Streamlining customer relationship management

Automating factory systems

Integrating only production and inventory management

What is the primary purpose of a Drill-down report?

To provide a greater level of detail (correct)

To display information outside certain threshold standards

To route reports at regular intervals

To summarize key performance indicators

Why might companies face risks when implementing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems?

Complexity, high cost, and time-consuming nature of implementation Signup and view all the answers

What is the aim of Enterprise Application Integration (EAI) systems?

Providing middleware to connect multiple applications Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant disadvantage associated with Cloud-based (SaaS) ERP implementation?

Security concerns related to internet-based computing Signup and view all the answers

What type of system is ideal for integrating isolated information systems within an organization?

(EAI) system Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature of Exception reports?

They focus on deviations from set standards or criteria Signup and view all the answers

What can happen if companies fail to perform proper data conversion and testing for a new system implementation?

System failure post-implementation Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Cross-Departmental processes in the context of ERP systems?

They originate in one department and end in a different department or involve other departments. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of transaction processing systems (TPS)?

They support monitoring, collection, storage, and processing of data. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between batch transaction processing and online transaction processing (OLTP)?

Batch processing collects data in groups and processes it periodically, while OLTP processes transactions as they occur. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for automating data collection in transaction processing systems?

To handle the large volume of data generated by transactions. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about online transaction processing (OLTP) is true?

OLTP systems process transactions as soon as they occur. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between functional area information systems and cross-functional area information systems?

Functional area systems belong to and involve a single department, while cross-functional systems involve two or more departments. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about transaction processing systems (TPS) is false?

TPS process data belonging to a single organizational function. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of online transaction processing (OLTP) over batch transaction processing?

OLTP systems process transactions in real-time, while batch processing occurs periodically. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about batch transaction processing is true?

Batch processing collects data from transactions as they occur and processes them in periodic batches. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for using online transaction processing (OLTP) systems?

To process transactions in real-time as they occur. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about transaction processing systems (TPS) is true?

TPS are cross-functional systems that process data from various organizational functions. Signup and view all the answers

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