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Five Component Model (IS) A model that defines the components of an
information system as hardware, software, data,
processes, and people. The model states that
information systems move work away from people
and into technology. It also states that of the five
components listed, hardware is the easiest to
change and people are the hardest to change.
Information System (IS) A combination of hardware and software
components, along with data, processes, and
people, that function collaboratively to complete a
task.
Leavitt's Diamond People, process, structure, technology model |
Shows change affects all parts | "4 parts + change
impact?" If one changes all must change
Procedure Step-by-step instructions | Ensures consistency
and accuracy | "Instructions for what?"
Process Series of steps | Converts inputs into outputs |
"Input → output?"
, Strategic Planning Long-term goal planning | Guides direction and
decisions | "Long-term planning?"
Structure Roles and hierarchy | Defines responsibility and
coordination | "Who does what?"
Supply Chain Network of production/delivery | Moves goods to
customers | "Flow of goods?"
Technology Infrastructure Hardware, software, networks | Supports systems
and operations | "Tech foundation?"
Value Chain Activities adding value | Creates competitive
advantage | "Adds value how?"
Change Model Framework for change | Helps smooth transitions |
"Guide change?"
Continuous Improvement Ongoing improvement | Increases efficiency and
quality | "Always improving?"
Core Value Fundamental beliefs | Guides behavior and
decisions | "What do we believe?"
Culture Shared beliefs/norms | Influences behavior | "How
people act?"
Diffusion of Innovation Theory How ideas spread | Explains adoption over time |
"How innovation spreads?"
Digital Transformation (DTX) Digital tech in business | Improves operations and
value | "Use tech to improve?"
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Terms in this set (261)
Five Component Model (IS) A model that defines the components of an
information system as hardware, software, data,
processes, and people. The model states that
information systems move work away from people
and into technology. It also states that of the five
components listed, hardware is the easiest to
change and people are the hardest to change.
Information System (IS) A combination of hardware and software
components, along with data, processes, and
people, that function collaboratively to complete a
task.
Leavitt's Diamond People, process, structure, technology model |
Shows change affects all parts | "4 parts + change
impact?" If one changes all must change
Procedure Step-by-step instructions | Ensures consistency
and accuracy | "Instructions for what?"
Process Series of steps | Converts inputs into outputs |
"Input → output?"
, Strategic Planning Long-term goal planning | Guides direction and
decisions | "Long-term planning?"
Structure Roles and hierarchy | Defines responsibility and
coordination | "Who does what?"
Supply Chain Network of production/delivery | Moves goods to
customers | "Flow of goods?"
Technology Infrastructure Hardware, software, networks | Supports systems
and operations | "Tech foundation?"
Value Chain Activities adding value | Creates competitive
advantage | "Adds value how?"
Change Model Framework for change | Helps smooth transitions |
"Guide change?"
Continuous Improvement Ongoing improvement | Increases efficiency and
quality | "Always improving?"
Core Value Fundamental beliefs | Guides behavior and
decisions | "What do we believe?"
Culture Shared beliefs/norms | Influences behavior | "How
people act?"
Diffusion of Innovation Theory How ideas spread | Explains adoption over time |
"How innovation spreads?"
Digital Transformation (DTX) Digital tech in business | Improves operations and
value | "Use tech to improve?"
