BBA 3602
Information Systems Best Practices
Columbia Southern University
BBA 3602
Information Systems Best Practices
Generally, technology systems play a significant role in the lives of every individual,
either directly or indirectly. Most people in the world have widely embraced the utilization of
IT in their practices in the quest to better their lives and make it easier. Therefore, there is a
need to understand what IT and information systems are. According to a definition by
Howard (2017), an IT system is a technical device that ensures the user can electronically
transmit information, receive, process, and store it. However, with the widespread adoption of
the systems in various individual, business, and environmental aspects, there is rising concern
about its adverse effects. Companies need to update their IT systems and align their
operations with emerging technologies. Both internal and external security measures should
be observed to safeguard the organization’s data.
Next Five Years Strategic Evaluation Decisions
Different industries utilize IT systems either in their production, advisory,
commercial, or service industries. It has almost become mandatory for every individual and
corporate to use these IT systems in their daily operations. The changes in IT require close
monitoring to ensure that the changes are updated accordingly. There are various areas that
an organization should focus more on and evaluate in the next five years. Some of these areas
are computer programs, applications, mobility, social media, and the internet. Moreover,
soon, companies’ decisions related to strategic valuation will be significant for any
organization in its IT department. As such, the decisions will promote the sustainability of the
business through the survival and retention of its customers (Berek, 2016). The company
Information Systems Best Practices
Columbia Southern University
BBA 3602
Information Systems Best Practices
Generally, technology systems play a significant role in the lives of every individual,
either directly or indirectly. Most people in the world have widely embraced the utilization of
IT in their practices in the quest to better their lives and make it easier. Therefore, there is a
need to understand what IT and information systems are. According to a definition by
Howard (2017), an IT system is a technical device that ensures the user can electronically
transmit information, receive, process, and store it. However, with the widespread adoption of
the systems in various individual, business, and environmental aspects, there is rising concern
about its adverse effects. Companies need to update their IT systems and align their
operations with emerging technologies. Both internal and external security measures should
be observed to safeguard the organization’s data.
Next Five Years Strategic Evaluation Decisions
Different industries utilize IT systems either in their production, advisory,
commercial, or service industries. It has almost become mandatory for every individual and
corporate to use these IT systems in their daily operations. The changes in IT require close
monitoring to ensure that the changes are updated accordingly. There are various areas that
an organization should focus more on and evaluate in the next five years. Some of these areas
are computer programs, applications, mobility, social media, and the internet. Moreover,
soon, companies’ decisions related to strategic valuation will be significant for any
organization in its IT department. As such, the decisions will promote the sustainability of the
business through the survival and retention of its customers (Berek, 2016). The company
