Information Systems Management
A(n)
consists of all the components that work together to process data into useful information.
Correct. An information system is a system that accepts input data and processes it into information as output.
Did I Get This
True or false. Information is data that have been organized to provide value to an organization.
True
False
Correct. Data that are organized is significant and can become useful information.
"Fill in the blank" question: select the correct answer.
Information systems accept
as input and process it into
as output.
Correct. Information is data that have been organized to provide value.
Correct. Raw data are input into a system and then processed for output.
The input the system accepts to produce useful information DATA
The computer and all of its peripherals INFORMATION
The programs comprised of pre-coded instructions written in a programming language which the end user
typically uses to interact directly with the IS. SOFTWARE
A group of two or more computers and other devices connected to each other. NETWORK
The information system professionals and users. PEOPLE
Correct. People are the information system professionals and users who use computers.
Correct. A network is a system of computers joined together so they can communicate and share resources.
Correct. Software is made up of programs and instructions to run your computer and network.
MIS4TA 1
,Correct. Hardware is the physical equipment and devices that make up a computer system and are connected by
networks.
Correct. Data are the symbols or signals that are input, stored, and processed by a computer for output as usable
information.
System Definition System
This system supports senior executives by providing important data in the form of graphs and charts to
analyze and identify long-term trends.
This system tracks the flow of daily routine transactions that are necessary to conduct business, such as
payroll or order processing.
MIS4TA 2
,This system provides first level managers with reports on current performance and historical records to
help keep an organization running smoothly.
This system provides modeling and analytical tools that support middle to senior managers in all
aspects of the decision making process, when problems are unique, unstructured, and not easily
specified in advance, to project potential future trends.
EIS
MIS
TPS
DSS
Correct. These systems assist senior management in making long-term decisions.
Correct. This system processes business transactions of the organization.
Correct. This system supports senior executives with information and decision-making needs.
Correct. These systems help low to middle level management in problem solving and making decisions.
Managing information systems is a challenging role because of the constant changes and threats to computer
based information systems. Which of the following can be a major threat to information systems?
Floods
Earthquakes
Power outages
All of the above
Correct. Floods, earthquakes, power outages and more are major threats to managing information systems.
"Fill in the blank" question: select the correct answer.Information systems executives must make difficult
hardware decisions regarding
issues that pose possible outside threats to the system.
Correct. Security is a critical issue that needs to be considered when managing informations systems due to
possible threats. Hardware assets must be protected from outside threats.
Did I Get This
[True/False] One of the most important IS management issues facing businesses today is hiring skilled IS
workers.
True
False
Correct. The modern IS management function is extremely complex and changes regularly. Finding qualified
employees is critical to maintaining an effective IS.
"Fill in the blank" question: select the correct answer. The IS function is horizontal
in structure and its success depends on its cooperation and relationship with the other functions in an
organization.
Correct. Because information systems encompass many different business functions in an organization, the IS
function is horizontal in nature and cannot work alone in a vertical structure.
"Fill in the blank" question: select the correct answer. A large part of IS management’s main agenda changes
MIS4TA 3
, every 3 year(s) due to the constant evolvement of information systems, confirming the highly dynamic nature of
the IS management function.
Correct. About one third of the IS management agenda is expected to change every three years, confirming the
highly dynamic nature of the IS management function.
MIS4TA 4
A(n)
consists of all the components that work together to process data into useful information.
Correct. An information system is a system that accepts input data and processes it into information as output.
Did I Get This
True or false. Information is data that have been organized to provide value to an organization.
True
False
Correct. Data that are organized is significant and can become useful information.
"Fill in the blank" question: select the correct answer.
Information systems accept
as input and process it into
as output.
Correct. Information is data that have been organized to provide value.
Correct. Raw data are input into a system and then processed for output.
The input the system accepts to produce useful information DATA
The computer and all of its peripherals INFORMATION
The programs comprised of pre-coded instructions written in a programming language which the end user
typically uses to interact directly with the IS. SOFTWARE
A group of two or more computers and other devices connected to each other. NETWORK
The information system professionals and users. PEOPLE
Correct. People are the information system professionals and users who use computers.
Correct. A network is a system of computers joined together so they can communicate and share resources.
Correct. Software is made up of programs and instructions to run your computer and network.
MIS4TA 1
,Correct. Hardware is the physical equipment and devices that make up a computer system and are connected by
networks.
Correct. Data are the symbols or signals that are input, stored, and processed by a computer for output as usable
information.
System Definition System
This system supports senior executives by providing important data in the form of graphs and charts to
analyze and identify long-term trends.
This system tracks the flow of daily routine transactions that are necessary to conduct business, such as
payroll or order processing.
MIS4TA 2
,This system provides first level managers with reports on current performance and historical records to
help keep an organization running smoothly.
This system provides modeling and analytical tools that support middle to senior managers in all
aspects of the decision making process, when problems are unique, unstructured, and not easily
specified in advance, to project potential future trends.
EIS
MIS
TPS
DSS
Correct. These systems assist senior management in making long-term decisions.
Correct. This system processes business transactions of the organization.
Correct. This system supports senior executives with information and decision-making needs.
Correct. These systems help low to middle level management in problem solving and making decisions.
Managing information systems is a challenging role because of the constant changes and threats to computer
based information systems. Which of the following can be a major threat to information systems?
Floods
Earthquakes
Power outages
All of the above
Correct. Floods, earthquakes, power outages and more are major threats to managing information systems.
"Fill in the blank" question: select the correct answer.Information systems executives must make difficult
hardware decisions regarding
issues that pose possible outside threats to the system.
Correct. Security is a critical issue that needs to be considered when managing informations systems due to
possible threats. Hardware assets must be protected from outside threats.
Did I Get This
[True/False] One of the most important IS management issues facing businesses today is hiring skilled IS
workers.
True
False
Correct. The modern IS management function is extremely complex and changes regularly. Finding qualified
employees is critical to maintaining an effective IS.
"Fill in the blank" question: select the correct answer. The IS function is horizontal
in structure and its success depends on its cooperation and relationship with the other functions in an
organization.
Correct. Because information systems encompass many different business functions in an organization, the IS
function is horizontal in nature and cannot work alone in a vertical structure.
"Fill in the blank" question: select the correct answer. A large part of IS management’s main agenda changes
MIS4TA 3
, every 3 year(s) due to the constant evolvement of information systems, confirming the highly dynamic nature of
the IS management function.
Correct. About one third of the IS management agenda is expected to change every three years, confirming the
highly dynamic nature of the IS management function.
MIS4TA 4
