Organizational Information Flow
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What is the primary purpose of a Transaction Processing System (TPS)?

  • To produce standardized reports using databases
  • To track routine operations and record events in databases (correct)
  • To analyze unanticipated situations using data and decision models
  • To present summary information in a graphical format for top executives
  • What type of system is used to analyze unanticipated situations using data and decision models?

  • Transaction Processing System (TPS)
  • Decision Support System (DSS) (correct)
  • Executive Information System (EIS)
  • Management Information System (MIS)
  • What type of system is used to present summary information in a flexible, easy-to-use, graphical format for top executives?

  • Management Information System (MIS)
  • Executive Information System (EIS) (correct)
  • Transaction Processing System (TPS)
  • Decision Support System (DSS)
  • What type of system produces standardized reports using databases created by a Transaction Processing System (TPS)?

    <p>Management Information System (MIS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which management level has a primarily vertical information flow?

    <p>Supervisory Level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of a Transaction Processing System (TPS)?

    <p>To record and process daily transactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of information flow is characteristic of top managerial-level information?

    <p>Vertical, horizontal, and external</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of report is produced at regular intervals?

    <p>Periodic report</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the General Ledger in Accounting?

    <p>To summarize and keep track of all accounting transactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of system is used to support decision-making by middle managers?

    <p>Management Information System (MIS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of Accounts Payable in Accounting?

    <p>To track money owed by the company</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of report is produced in response to a specific request?

    <p>Demand report</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Decision Support Systems (DSS)?

    <p>To analyze data for decision-making purposes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of decision model is used for long-range planning?

    <p>Strategic models</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of Executive Support Systems (ESS)?

    <p>To provide immediate access to a company's key performance indicators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between Decision Support Systems (DSS) and Transaction Processing Systems (TPS)?

    <p>DSS is used for decision-making, while TPS is used for transaction processing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of system is designed to support group meetings and collective work?

    <p>Group Decision Support Systems (GDSS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of Office Automation Systems (OAS)?

    <p>To automate office tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

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