BU415 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: E-Government, E-Commerce, Web 2.0
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Information system formal organizational systems designed to collect, process, store and distribute information: information technology hardware (computer, laptop, phone, tablet), software (microsoft. Office), telecommunication equipment (internet: process necessary steps needed to complete an essential business activity. **there are multiple was to perform an activity: people individuals/groups directly involved in the information system (end users, managers). **their own needs are a critical concern when implementing an effective mis: structure encompasses: a. Reporting configuration (functional, divisional, matrix), c. org relationships (communication, culture) All aspects are interdependent (all may affect one another) Success based on effective interaction of it with all other components. Achieve a goal (faster checkouts at a grocery store) All o(cid:396)gs a(cid:396)e u(cid:374)i(cid:395)ue, a(cid:374)d ha(cid:448)e diffe(cid:396)e(cid:374)t (cid:374)eeds . Firm strategy: way in which org intends to achieve its objectives. Firm culture: beliefs, expectations and values shared by members of the organization. Order changes: automate effects technical subsystem (easiest to: envision, justify, and manage, informate how people interact with process, technology.
