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Information Systems
They help businesses improve operational efficiency, gain competitive advantages, and encourage innovation.
Information System (IS)
A collection of components that work together to gather, store, process, and share data and information.
Case Study
A detailed examination where students analyze how a specific company uses Information Systems.
Transaction Processing System (TPS)
A system that handles everyday business transactions like sales and purchases.
Management Information System (MIS)
A system providing managers with reports and tools for decision-making and managing daily activities.
Decision Support System (DSS)
A system assisting managers in making complex decisions by providing analytical tools.
Executive Information System (EIS)
A system providing top executives with a quick overview of the organization's performance.
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System
A comprehensive system integrating various business processes across departments.
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) System
Tools that manage interactions with current and potential customers to improve service.
Knowledge Management System (KMS)
A system that stores and shares organizational knowledge to enhance collaboration.
Operational Efficiency
Improvement in business processes through automation and streamlined operations.
Strategic Decision-Making
Making informed choices based on real-time, accurate data.
Innovation
The development of new products and services using market analysis and customer feedback.
Globalization
Extending business operations and managing projects across different countries using IS.
Data
Raw facts and figures without context.
Information
Processed data that provides meaningful context.
Knowledge
The ability to effectively use information for decision-making.
System Integration
Ensuring various Information Systems collaborate effectively.
System Selection
Choosing the best Information System based on cost and functionality.
Implementation Considerations
Evaluating challenges, costs, user training, and data migration.
Ethical Considerations
Ensuring responsible data use and compliance with privacy laws.
Data Privacy
The obligation to protect personal information.
Cybersecurity
Measures taken to safeguard a company’s data and technology from digital threats.
Overall Business Impact
Enhancement of efficiency, innovation, and decision-making performance in business.
Information Systems Analysis
The process of examining an organization's Information Systems to identify improvements and support decision-making.
Data Management
The practice of organizing and maintaining data processes to ensure data accuracy and accessibility.
Business Intelligence (BI)
Technologies and practices for analyzing data to help inform better business decisions.
Cloud Computing
Delivery of computing services over the internet, allowing for flexible resources and data access.
Change Management
Processes and strategies used to manage the transition of an organization’s processes or systems.
User Interface (UI)
The means by which a user interacts with a computer system or software.
Big Data
Large and complex data sets that traditional data processing applications cannot deal with effectively.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
The simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems.
Data Analytics
The science of analyzing raw data to discover patterns and insights.
Mobile Application (App) Development
The process of creating software applications that run on mobile devices.
