...Running head: INFORMATION SYSTEM STRATEGIC PLANNING Information System Strategic Planning, the Cost of Efficiency Student Name University Any Town, Virginia September 2010 Certification and Approval A Directed Research Project on Information System Strategic Planning the Cost of Efficiency: Is there a preferred approach to information systems planning, submitted to the Graduate Faculty of Strayer University in candidacy for the degree of Master’s of Science in Information Systems. Submitted by: _________________________Date: _______________ Approved by: ___________________________ Date: _______________ ABSTRACT Information systems’ planning is often costly to implement and maintain; however, sound planning practices may reduce expenses associated with the development processes. A Formal methodical approach to systems analysis, requirements engineering, systems design, development, and construction may offer a reduction in development and certain aspects of life cycle support expenses. Corporate expenses may reach approximately 5% of their gross income on information systems development and support. This equates to approximately $15,000,000 to $35,000,000 annually (Whitemarsh Information Systems Corp. 2008, p.). Information systems may cost significantly less. In comparison, information systems, contingent upon other factors such as size of the company, and complexity of the information system cost may range anywhere from $2,000,000 to $10,000...
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...Chapter 4 Information Systems and Human Resource Planning True/False 1. Human resource planning is the process of making decisions regarding acquisitions. Answer: True Page: 118 Moderate 2. There has been a shortage of laborers familiar with high-tech skills in the recent past in the United States. Answer: True Page: 120 Moderate 3. Changes in the labor market have led to skill shortages as well as areas of oversupply. Answer: True Page: 120 Easy 4. The federal government has reacted to wage rates by encouraging employers to improve the computer-related skills of employees by developing performance appraisal systems. Answer: False Page: 120 Moderate 5. Strategy plans do not deal with the size the company wishes to be in the future. Answer: False Page: 121 Easy 6. Divestitures and mergers often require reassignment or reconfiguration of the workforce. Answer: True Page: 123 Difficult 7. Training and development objectives should be geared toward and integrated with production, sales, and skill needs. Answer: True Page: 124 Moderate 8. A transition matrix is a qualitative form of human resource forecasting. Answer: False Page: 128 Difficult 9. Computer simulation can be used to work out contingency plans. Answer: True Page: 129 Easy 10. The Delphi technique of human resource forecasting relies on the knowledge of experts. Answer: True Page: 129 Moderate 11. Line managers should not be involved with the...
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...Management Information Systems Definition: A system is a collection of components which; • Are connected together in an organised way; • Are affected by being in the system; • Does something. Information and Management Management needs relevant information to control and make decisions. *Relevant information implies information which; a) Increases knowledge ; b) Reduces uncertainty; and c) Is usable for the intended purpose. Information Classification How can you classify information? It depends on the level of the information and how one is looking at it. Information may be classified by; A. Source; e.g. Internal, External, Primary and Secondary. B. Level; e.g. Strategic, Tactical and Operational. C. Time; e.g. Historical, Present and Future. D. Frequency; e.g. Daily, Monthly and Continuous (Real-time) E. Form; e.g. Written, Visual and Oral. DATA AND INFORMATION DEFINED 1. DATA : a. Raw facts b. Unprocessed facts c. Unorganised facts Definition: Data; Are recorded bits and pieces of facts related to a given transaction Working Definition; Data; Are bits and pieces of facts about a given business transaction or event which have been recorded. Are bits and pieces of facts from the input raw materials from which information is produced. 2. INFORMATION • Is data that have been processed in such a way as to be useful to the user. Note: it is vital for the producer of information to be aware of the user’s requirements, education, position...
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...Management Information System? We are living in a time of great change and working in an Information Age. Managers have to assimilate masses of data, convert that data into information, form conclusions about that information and make decisions leading to the achievement of business objectives. For an organization, information is as important resource as money, machinery and manpower. It is essential for the survival of the enterprise. Before the widespread use of computers, many organizations found difficulties in gathering, storing, organizing and distributing large amounts of data and information. Developments in computer technology made possible for managers to select the information they require, in the form best suited for their needs and in time they want. This information must be current and in many cases is needed by many people at the same time. So it has to be accurate, concise, timely, complete, well presented and storable. Most firms nowadays depend on IT. The term management information system (MIS) made its first appearance in U.S. navy report on the use of computers to construct a single integrated system to manage all navy resources. A management information system (MIS) is a subset of the overall internal controls of a business covering the application of people, documents, technologies, and procedures by management accountants to solve business problems such as costing a product, service or a business-wide strategy. Management information systems are distinct...
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...8/20/2014 Discussion Activity #4 Instructions - AMBA 640 9044 Managing Projects, Operations, and Information Systems (2145) Discussion Activity #4 Instructions Basic Instructions: During Weeks 8 and 9, working in teams under the leadership of a student CIO and Assistant CIO, the section drafts an information systems management (ISM) plan for Acme Mexico City. In doing so, the section completes the work tasked as Assignment 4 in the Four Assignments Package to be found in Content/General Information. Additional Instructions: In view of our time constraints, this will be a draft ISM plan. Acme corporate headquarters will have standards, policies, and expectations with which Acme Mexico City (AMC) must comply. These may be hypothesized. Acme Mexico City will need to support both store-internal and -external IS needs Internal needs will include support of at least store Business processes and operations Decision mak ing by employees and managers Strategies to gain competitive advantage Human resource needs External needs will include at least: Reporting to Acme corporate Meeting Mexican and US government regulatory requirements Fulfilling supplier and customer expectations in this business sector in Mexico City Any format that logically and succinctly addresses that above needs may be used A sample IM (=ISM) plan for a health services organization follows below. It is deliberately for such an organization because: Health services is another important business sector supported...
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...Business Information Systems • Business Processes - Daily tasks and activities related to Business functioning Business Information Systems Information System Architecture Business Information Systems - Transaction Processing Systems Enterprise Resource Planning Systems Management Information Systems Decision Support Systems Technology Infrastructure Software Hardware Databases Telecommunications and Networks People Procedures Business Information Systems Business Information Systems Suppliers Competitors Business Problems and Opportunities Business Planning Customers Business Problems and Opportunities Organizational Individual Group Enterprise Business Planning Business Objectives (What)) Business Strategy (How) Business Processes Effective Integration Increased Performance Business Objectives (What) Information Systems Essentials, Sixth Edition Business Strategies (How) Information System Architecture Business Information Systems Technology Infrastructure Information Systems Essentials, Sixth Edition Business Information Systems • Various types of information systems that support the business functions in an organization • Types - TPS,MIS,EIS, GSS,GDSS, AI, ES,… • Business Functions - Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Production, Human Resource Management Business Information Systems Marketing Accounting BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEM Human R Resource Management Information Systems Essentials...
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...MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM 1. INTRODUCTION Management Information System (MIS) provides information for the managerial activities in an organization. The main purpose of this research is, MIS provides accurate and timely information necessary to facilitate the decision-making process and enable the organizations planning, control, and operational functions to be carried out effectively. Management Information System (MIS) is basically concerned with processing data into information and is then communicated to the various Departments in an organization for appropriate decision-making. 2. SCOPE OF STUDY the term "MIS" arose to describe such applications providing managers with information about sales, inventories, and other data that would help in managing the enterprise. Today, the term is used broadly in a number of contexts and includes decision support systems, resource and people management.. 3. WHAT IS MIS? 1) Right Information 2) To the right person 3) At the right place 4) At the right time 5) In the right form 6) At the right cost 4. Characteristics of a Management Information System 1) Provides reports with fixed and standard formats - Hard-copy and soft-copy reports 2) Uses internal data stored in the computer system 3) End users can develop custom reports 4) Requires formal requests from users 5. THE MIS DEFINITION 1) the MIS is defined as an integrated system of man and machine for providing the information to support the operations, the management...
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...involvement in information system development influence positive organisational change toward the system? This document has been prepared for reading by anyone interested in information systems and how users involvement can influence change to organisation. By Nybor Yam8 April 2013 | Introduction Information systems play a core role in business today by enabling the organisation to function effectively and efficiently. Despite applying best practices, controlled procedures and methodology’s it is quoted that two out of three IT projects will fail which is often associated with a lack of attention to the softer management practices such as culture change, organisation development and user involvement (Coombs, Doherty, Clarke 2001, Maguire, Redman 2007, Nelson, 2007). Today’s organisations must strive for systems that are technically sound, fulfil all user’s needs and provide quality results. With organisations relying more heavily on information systems to perform many of its business processes the information systems should be integrated within the organisation’s culture as well as supporting work practices (Maguire, Redman, 2007). Involving end users in the information systems development process is one approach that is much supported by a variety of literature. While it is generally accepted within literature that user involvement in information systems development does improve the prospects of the users accepting the system therefore enhancing system success,...
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...1. Describe three ways in which information systems are transforming business. Transformation of Industrial Economies While leading companies achieve competitive advantage through investments in IT, some are indeed negatively affected by this trend in technology. Today, customers have other preferences hence, old landline communications companies have lessen its customers; travel agencies have reduced over-the-counter sales; and entertainment industries, particularly music and film have lower revenues these past few years as compared with that in the past. But despite of these, technology convergence arises in many ways. IT has broken down boundaries and business relationships while new products and services are introduced. For example, telecommunications network are offering its subscribers with landline telephones merged with Internet services; handheld mobile telephones are becoming Internet access devices and also cellular networks provide financial services to its customers. The bottom-line of it all is that endless possibilities are in the doors of business firms, provided that they are being open to IT-enabled tools and solutions. Negatively affected industries can create new products and services, find another platform to deliver existing products and services, or take partnership from another firm. Transformation of the Business Enterprise One foremost impact of technology is the reduced employees in every organization. While traditional businesses tend to hire...
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...Introduction of the Study: The present world is the world of information technology. Mobile phone is the revolutionary invention of science. This mobile has enriched our communication network. It has been possible to communicate from one corner to another by its contribution. Mobile phone is one of the important wonders of modern science. The standard of living of men has been changed by the contribution of this technology. At the beginning Telegraph was only one medium of communication. Alecgunder invented telephone in 1876. As a result, it has been possible to send the human voice to the remote. Electric sign is flown through the wire of both the telegraph and telephone. At the beginning of last century wireless was invented by Marcony which occurred revolutionary change in the communication. Consequently the necessary of adding wire by receiving & transferring not needed. In case of telephone it is set up one place which is not transferable, so problem occurs. In this situation mobile phone takes the place of telephone to overcome the problem. “Mobile Phone Service” is another name of silent revolution in Bangladesh. Mobile phone service is keeping important role in removing the digital divide. Mobile phone is contributing active role in receiving and sending information in the villages. Bangladesh enters the mobile world through the City Cell Company in 1993. In that time the cost of a connected mobile phone required more than one lack Tk for a mobile holder. Mobile...
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...digital world and the advent of the information age. Define globalization, describe how it evolved over time, and describe the key drivers of globalization. Explain what an information system is, contrasting its data, technology, people, and organizational components. Describe the dual nature of information systems in the success and failure of modern organizations. Describe how computer ethics impact the use of information systems and discuss the ethical concerns associated with information privacy and intellectual property. CHAPTER OVERVIEW This chapter helps the student understand the role of information systems as organizations move into the digital world, and how they have helped fuel globalization. The student will learn what information systems are, how they have evolved to become a vital part of modern organizations, and why this understanding is necessary to become an effective manager in the digital world. The student will also learn how globalization evolved, and what opportunities globalization presents for organizations. The importance of ethics as it relates to IS is discussed especially as it relates to information privacy, accuracy, property, and accessibility. A number of cases and illustrations are used, for example, Apple products and how they have evolved over time (such as the iPhone, Mac Air, iPod, and iPad). CHAPTER OUTLINE PREVIEW Managing in the Digital World: Apple INFORMATION SYSTEMS TODAY The Rise of the Information Age BRIEF CASE Technology at Starbucks...
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...12.5 Human Resource management Information Systems A human resource information system (HRIS) supports the human resources function of an organization with information. The name of this function reflects the recognition that people who work in a firm are frequently its most valuable resources. The complexity of human resource management has grown immensely over recent years, primary due to the need to conform with new laws and regulations. A HRIS has to ensure the appropriate degree of access to a great variety of internal stakeholders, including, the employees of the Human Resources department in performance of their duties, All the employees of the firm wishing it inspect their own records, all the employees of the firm seeking information regarding open positions or available benefit plans, employees availing themselves of the computer-assisted training and evaluation opportunities, managers throughout the firm in the process of evaluating their subordinates and making personnel decisions, and corporate executives involved in tactical and strategic planning and control. let’s see the transaction Processing Subsystems and Databases of Human Resource Information Systems. At the heart of HRIS are its databases, which are in some cases integrated into a single human resource database. The record of each employee in a sophisticated employee database may contain 150 to 200 data items, including the personal data, educational history and skills, occupational background, and the...
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...Apple Inc. There are four main categories of systems from a constituency perspective. The transaction processing systems (TPS) are basic business systems that serve the operational level of the organization by recording the daily routine transactions required to conduct business. Apple Incorporated uses smart phone credit card readers and mobile transaction processing systems. Management information systems (MIS) serve middle managers’ interests by providing current and historical performance information to aid in planning, controlling, and decision making at the management level. Apple Incorporated uses their warranty records and performance/sales records to aid in the management information systems. Decision-support systems (DSS) also known as business intelligence systems, help managers with non- routine decisions that are unique, rapidly changing, and not easily specified in advance. The five types of decision support systems are document driven, knowledge driven, model driven, data driven, and communication driven. The executive support systems (ESS) provide a generalized computing and communications environment that help senior managers address strategic issues and identify long-term trends in the firm and its environment. Apple Incorporated uses non-routine decisions, data from internal and external sources, and long-term trends to help aid in executive support systems. Long-term trends Long-term trends Data from internal and external sources Data from internal...
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...Evolution of Information Systems (Relevant to AAT Examination Paper 8: Principles of Auditing and Management Information Systems) David Chow FCCA, FCPA, CPA (Practising) This article discusses the evolution of information systems, levels of management decision-making and information systems that enhance the value of information. Students are encouraged to understand the reasons for the development of an information system and its replacement; these will help you identify the benefits and limitations of each type of information system. From EDP to MIS Until the 1960s, the role of most information systems was simple. They were mainly used for electronic data processing (EDP),purposes such as transactions processing, record-keeping and accounting. EDP is often defined as the use of computers in recording, classifying, manipulating, and summarizing data. It is also called transaction processing systems (TPS), automatic data processing, or information processing. Transaction processing systems – these process data resulting from business transactions, update operational databases, and produce business documents. Examples: sales and inventory processing and accounting systems. In the 1960s, another role was added to the use of computers: the processing of data into useful informative reports. The concept of management information systems (MIS) was born. This new role focused on developing business applications that provided managerial end users with predefined management reports that...
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...Lecture 2 questions (it began lecture1) 1. What is HRIS (human resource information system)? It is a computerized system that provides current and accurate data for purposes of control and decision making. It not just hardware-software, includes people, forms, policies, procedures and data. The purpose is to provide service, and it has many users, such as Strategic, Tactical and Operational decisions. HRIS has many benefits; for example. * Store and retrieve of large quantities of data * Combine and reconfigure data to create new information. * Institutionalization of organizational knowledge. * Easier communications * Lower administrative costs, increase productivity and response times. 2. What are the 4 types of HRIS? Cloud based HRIS functionalities Hybrid HRIS ERP based HRIS MSS/ESS 3. What are the core activities of HRM人力资源管理的核心活动是什么 There three activities such as Transformational, Traditional and Transactional and etc. (it has more strategic) 那里三个活动，如转换、 传统和事务处理等，（它具有更具战略性的） Transactional (65%-75%) it benefits administration, record keeping, employee services Traditional (15%-30%) recruitment, selection, training, performance management, compensation and employee relations. Transformational (5%-15%) knowledge management, strategic redirection and renewal, cultural change, management development. and Added value. SAP R/3 client server concept（不全） What are the benefits of SAP R/3? The R/3 software package is designed to allow...
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