BBA Fundamental of IT Session 1 - Chapter 1

Page 1: Introduction

• Course Title: Fundamentals of Information Technology 101

• Facilitator: Shingi Changunda

• Institution: Regent Business School, Honoris United Universities

Page 2: Chapter 1 - Introduction to Information Systems

• Learning Objectives:

  • Describe the basic types of business information systems.

  • Discuss who uses these systems and the benefits they deliver.

  • Explain the characteristics and components of an information system.

Page 3: Definition of Information Systems

• A system is defined as a set of elements or components that interact to achieve specific goals.

  • Example: Car Wash

    • Input: Dirty car, water, soap, wax.

    • Processing Mechanism: Selection of cleaning options.

    • Output: A clean car.

    • Feedback Mechanism: Assessing cleanliness post-wash.

Page 4: Understanding Information

• Information is defined as a collection of facts that reduce uncertainty.

  • Traditional view of information systems involves data as input and information as output.

  • Key Terms:

    • Data: Unprocessed facts

    • Information: Processed facts

Page 5: Data Management Concepts

• Components of Information System (IS):

  • Interrelated elements that collect, manipulate, store, and disseminate information.

  • Processing: Converting input into useful outputs, e.g., calculations and comparisons.

  • Storage: Keeping data available for future use.

  • Output: Producing useful information in documents and reports.

  • Feedback: Information that prompts changes in input or processes.

Page 6: Computer-based Information Systems (CBIS)

• Key Components of Technology Infrastructure:

  • Hardware: Physical computer equipment for input, processing, output.

  • Software: Programs governing computer operations.

  • Database: Organized collection of related information.

  • Telecommunications: Electronic signal transmission for communication.

  • Procedures: Policies and strategies for using CBIS, including operation, maintenance, and security.

Page 7: Information Systems in Society, Business, and Industry

• Information systems are essential to meet the needs of diverse organizations.

• Use of information systems can lead to various threats.

• Ethical considerations regarding the use of these systems are increasingly emphasized.

Page 8: Information Systems in Business Functional Areas

• Uses of Information Systems:

  • Finance and Accounting: Revenue forecasting, fund management, cash control.

  • Sales and Marketing: Product, site, promotion, and pricing analysis.

  • Manufacturing: Customer order processing, production scheduling, inventory control, quality monitoring.

Page 9: Broader Uses of Information Systems in Industry

• Information systems applications across industries:

  • Airline Industry: Pricing and discount offers.

  • Investment Firms: Analysis of financial instruments.

  • Banks: Loan management, online banking services.

  • Transportation: Scheduling logistics for trucks and trains.

  • Healthcare: Illness diagnosis, treatment planning, patient record management.

  • Retail: Managing sales both in-store and online.

  • Utilities: Power generation and usage monitoring.

Page 10: Levels of Business Information Systems

• Operational Level:

  • Transaction processing systems.

  • Support day-to-day operations.

• Tactical Level:

  • Management information systems, decision support systems, customer relationship management systems.

  • Support mid-term managerial decisions.

• Strategic Level:

  • Executive support systems.

  • Support long-term strategic decisions by senior management.

Page 11: Chapter 2 - Hardware

• Learning Objectives:

  • Define Information Technology.

  • Understand hardware as a component of Information Technology.

Page 12: Conclusion

• Thank you for your attention.

• Discussion and Questions section.