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Learning Objectives
Differentiate between data and information, and list the attributes of useful information Describe three reasons why managers must have access to information to perform their tasks and roles effectively. Describe the computer hardware and software innovations that have created the IT revolution.
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Learning Objectives
Differentiate among seven different kinds of management information systems. Explain why managers are using IT to build strategic alliances and network structures to increase efficiency and effectiveness
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Information
Data that are organized in a meaningful fashion
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Timelessness
Completeness
Relevance
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Figure 18.2
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Growth stage
Many consumers are buying the product for the first time Demand increases rapidly
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Decline stage
Advancing IT leads to the development of a more advanced product making the old one obsolete
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Applications software
software designed for a specific task or use
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Figure 18.4
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THANK YOU
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