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WHAT IS IT?
Management Information System(MIS) is
A MIS organizes past, present, and projected data from both internal and external sources and processes it into usable information, which it then makes available to managers at all organizational levels.
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WHAT IS IT?
it is an all-inclusive system for providing management with better information for effective decision making.
This system is partly a by-product of computer technology which dictates centralisation of data handling and information development for the benefit of entire organisation.
Information Systems
Why
Individuals - Entertainment and enlightenment Businesses - Decision making, problem solving and control
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Data
A given, or fact; a number, a statement, or a picture Represents something in the real world The raw materials in the production of information
Information
Data that have meaning within a context Data in relationships Data after manipulation
Manipulation
Generating Information
Computer-based ISs take data as raw material, process it, and produce information as output.
What Is a System?
System: A set of components that work together to achieve a common goal Subsystem: One part of a system where the products of more than one system are combined to reach an ultimate goal Closed system: Stand-alone system that has no contact with other systems Open system: System that interfaces with other systems
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Allows human thought to be translated into efficient processing of large amounts of data
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The Four Stages of Data Processing Input: Data is collected and entered into computer.
Data processing: Data is manipulated into information using mathematical, statistical, and other tools. Output: Information is displayed or presented.
Storage: Data and information are maintained for later use.
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Knowledge Workers
Managers and non-managers
Employers seek computer-literate professionals who know how to use information technology.
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Function of MIS
Information systems organize data into usable and accessible formats. It stores all the information for better monitoring. They are used to analyze other information systems applied in operational activities in the organization.
Example of MIS
The MIS computer is a useful accessory,which would store all the information, made available by :1. MINOS (mine operating system) 2. FIDO (Face Information Digested on line) :- For face monitoring and for giving the state the key items of the plant on the face.The following reports are available from the system :
a. b. c. Shiftwise face delay summary Shiftwise delay log Shiftwise and weekly face delay analysis
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