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Information
Systems: An
Overview
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Learning Objective 1
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Overview
An accounting information system (AIS)
is a collection of resources designed to
transform data into information.
Accounting information systems
perform this transformation.
Manual
Computerized
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Internal users
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Strategic
Tactical
Summarization
and Filtration
Operational
Transaction oriented
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Information Systems
The term information system suggests the use
of computer technology in an organization.
Hardware
Data
Information
Software
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Information Systems
Electronic Data Processing System (EDP)
Data Processing System (DP)
Management Information System (MIS)
Decision Support System (DSS)
Expert System (ES)
Executive Information System (EIS)
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Business Processes
Data
Organizational
units
Logical time
sequence
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Business Processes
Primary Business Processes
Inbound
sales
logistics
Outbound
sales
logistics
Marketing
Operations
Service
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Business Processes
Technology
development
Human
resources
Firm
infrastructure
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4. Finance cycle
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Compliance
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Monitoring
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It is an independent appraisal
activity within the organization.
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Learning Objective 2
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Manager
Systems
Analysis
Manager
Programming
Manager
Operations
Manager
Technical
Support
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User
Support
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Manager
Programming
Application
Analysts
Application
Programmers
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File
Librarian
Data
Entry
Operators
Computer
Operators
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Systems
Programmers
Communication
Analysts
Database
Administration
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Analysts
Programmers
Application projects
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Learning Objective 3
Discuss applications of
information technology
in organizations.
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End-User Computing
End-user computing (EUC) is the
hands-on use of computers by end users.
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Database
Database
Accounts
AccountsReceivable
Receivable
Data
Data
User
UserReport
Report
Query
QueryLanguage
Language
Processor
Processor
User
UserSubmits
Submits
Query
QueryLanguage
Language
Job
Job
Database
Database
Access
AccessControl
Control
Software
Software
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User
Information System
Specialists
Data
Processing
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User
Database Software or
Personal Computer
Data
Processing
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EUC: Stand-Alone PC
Application
Mainframe Data
or Report
User Prepared
Data
Personal
Computer
Report
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Quick-Response Technology
Quick-response systems are essential
to the total quality performance
(TQP) movement in business.
TQP is also called TQM or
total quality management.
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Quick-Response Technology
Hardware and software standardization
Electronic data interchange (EDI)
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Quick-Response Technology
Retailers Computer System
Retail
Retail Sale
Sale
of
of Product
Product
Scan
Scan Bar
Bar
Code
Code
Electronic
Electronic Data
Data
Interchange
Interchange
Ship
Ship Order
Order
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Web Commerce
Sales via the World Wide Web are
an integral part of the economy.
No waiting in line
Merchants
Cost savings
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Purchase Order
Retailer
Eliminates
paper
Supplier
Saves
time
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Extensible Business
Reporting Language
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Computer-Integrated
Manufacturing
What are the components of a CIM system?
Computer-aided design (CAD) workstations
Real-time production monitoring
and control systems
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Learning Objective 4
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Systems analysis
Systems design
Systems implementation
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Systems Approach
What is the systems approach?
It is a general procedure for the
administration of a systems project.
Its purpose is to assist in the orderly
development of effective systems.
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Systems Approach
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Creation of alternatives
Systems analysis
Systems design
Systems implementation
Systems evaluation
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Behavioral Considerations
A new information system
creates new work relationships
among existing personnel.
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Behavioral Considerations
The user cooperation needed to operate
the system successfully should be ensured
during the design of a system, not afterward.
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