Information Systems Within the Organization Quiz - Chapter 10
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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?

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

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

    <p>Providing middleware to connect multiple applications</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Security concerns related to internet-based computing</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>(EAI) system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic feature of Exception reports?

    <p>They focus on deviations from set standards or criteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>System failure post-implementation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    <p>OLTP systems process transactions as soon as they occur.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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