Unit 2: Introduction to Information System

Introduction to Information Systems

• Information Systems (IS) encompass the technology, people, and processes that manage and process information.
• IS play a crucial role in decision-making, coordination, organization, and control of an organization.

Questionnaires as Tools in Information Systems

• Questionnaires serve as a method for data collection to gather user requirements, opinions, or feedback regarding an information system.
• They are especially useful for quantifying user satisfaction and system efficiency.

Capabilities of Information Systems

• Data Management: Information systems can efficiently store, retrieve, and manipulate vast amounts of data.
• Decision Support: They provide analytical tools that assist users in decision-making processes through data insights.
• Communication Facilitation: Information systems enhance communication within an organization by providing platforms for collaboration and sharing information.

Additional Aspects

• Understanding how to formulate effective questionnaires is critical for gathering the necessary data for designing information systems.
• The design of IS must consider user needs and preferences, making questionnaire responses invaluable.