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The document discusses information systems and their role in organizations. It defines key terms like data, information, knowledge and systems. It also lists the components of an information system and discusses how information systems can provide competitive advantages through cost leadership, differentiation or focus. The document differentiates between data, information and knowledge and lists examples of information systems and their characteristics.

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Ch1assignment Sol

The document discusses information systems and their role in organizations. It defines key terms like data, information, knowledge and systems. It also lists the components of an information system and discusses how information systems can provide competitive advantages through cost leadership, differentiation or focus. The document differentiates between data, information and knowledge and lists examples of information systems and their characteristics.

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Ch1

1. What is an information system?

•information system: A set of interrelated components that work


together to support fundamental business operations, data
reporting and visualization, data analysis, decision making,
communications, and coordination within an organization

2. define A competitive advantage?

• A competitive advantage enables an organization to generate


more sales or achieve superior profit margins compared to its
rivals. The advantage can be gained in one of three ways.

3. list three ways to gain competitive advantage from Information


Systems?
• (1) (cost leadership), providing the same value at a lower price.

• (2) (differentiation), a better product at a higher price.

• (3) (focus) by servicing a target market better than anyone.

4. distinguish between Data, information and knowledge?


• Data: Raw facts - unprocessed, unorganized.

•Information is data that is useful for someone, (have value)


(processed data).

• knowledge concerns the process of being able to understand and


use the information received.
5. list some data types?

6. distinguish between A system & Information system?


• System: A set of interlinked, real or abstract, components that
work together to reach a common goal.
• information system: an interacting structure of people,
equipment and procedures, which together collect, store and
manage data and make information available for the purpose of
planning, implementation and control.

7. how would Information system bring value to any business?


• Valuable information helps people perform tasks more
efficiently and effectively.
• Inaccurate data can result in the loss of potential new
customers and reduced customer satisfaction.

8. list some Characteristics of Quality Information?

• (Accurate - Concise -Consistent) =quality details –


(Accessible – Timely) = usage – (Relevant – Complete)
=purpose.
9. explain the meaning of the words information and system.?

10. What is a Computer-Based Information System?


• A computer-based information system (CBIS) is a single set of
hardware, software, databases, networks, people, and
procedures, that are configured to collect, manipulate, store, and
process data into information

11. Give examples of three information systems.?

12. What are the Components of IS?

the hardware, software, databases, networks, people, and


procedures.

13. What is the difference between data and information?


14. List the three types of organizational Information Systems?

1. Personal IS – includes information systems that improve the productivity of


individual users.

2. Group IS –includes information systems that improve communications and


support collaboration among members of a workgroup.

3. Enterprise IS – includes information systems that organizations use to define


structured interactions among their own employees and/or external customers,
suppliers, government agencies, etc....

15. what is certain key organizational complements must be in place for


enhancing Information Systems in Organizations?

16. What is the difference between information technology and


information system?

17. Define IT & IS?


Information technology (IT) refers to any computer-based tool that people
use • to work w information and • to support the info and info-processing
needs of an organization.
• An info sys (IS) • Collects, Processes, Stores, Analyzes, and Disseminates •
Information for a specific purpose
18. define Systems thinking.?
– A way of monitoring the entire system by viewing multiple inputs being
processed or transformed to produce outputs while continuously gathering
feedback on each part

19. What is the role of a computer in an information system?

20. Do all information systems use computers? Give reasons for your
answer.?
21. list some IS Career Opportunities?
• Chief Information Officer (CIO)
• Substantial Demand for IT Staff
(• Programmers • Business Analysts • System Analysts • Designers)

22. define Hardware?


Consists of computer equipment used to perform input, processing,
storage, and output activities.

23. define Software?


Consists of the computer programs that govern the operation of a
particular computing device.

24. define Project?


A temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product, service, or
result • Attempts to achieve specific business objectives and is subject to
certain constraints (manpower, time, budget.

25. define Strategic Planning?


Used to improve alignment between the needs of the business and the
activities of the information systems organization.

26. define System acquisition?


Process used to obtain the information system resources needed to provide
the services necessary to meet a specific set of needs.

27. define System development?


The activity of building information systems to meet users’ needs.

28. List Traditional Major IS Functions?


• Managing systems development and systems project management
• Managing computer operations
• Staffing, training, developing IS skills
• Providing technical services
• Infrastructure planning, development, control

29. What are New (Consultative) IS Functions?


• Initiating and designing strategic information systems
• Incorporating the Internet and e-commerce into the business
• Managing system integration
• Educating non-IS managers about IT
• Educating IS staff about the business
• Supporting end-user computing
• Partnering with executives
• Managing outsourcing
• Innovate
• Ally with vendors and IS departments in other organizations

1. Efficient: Doing things fast (and accurately, economical)

2. Effective: Doing the right things (contribute to your goals) –


“Business”, “Goal-oriented.

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