CSIS-114 Management Information Systems
Dr. Eric Breimer
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Today’s Agenda
IntroductionsSyllabusWhat to expectChapter 1 (25 minutes)
Syllabus
Highlights:Lab Attendance is mandatory (period).10-11 Lab periods2-3 Exams...check schedule next week5-7 Homeworks or On-line Quizzes1 Research Paper and PresentationFinal Exam
Chapter 1
Why is knowledge of information systems important for business professionals?
5 areas of information systems knowledge you need to know
5 Areas you need to know about
5 Areas
Foundational Concepts– concepts, theories, big picture
Information Technologies– hardware, software, capabilities
Business Applications– how information systems can help
Development Process– how systems are actually developed
Management Challenges– problems caused by information systems
Why study this stuff
Information technology can help all kinds of businesses improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their – business processes, – managerial decision making, and – workgroup collaboration,
thus strengthening their competitive positions in a rapidly changing marketplace
Other reasons...
Internet-based systems have become a necessary ingredient for business success in today’s dynamic global environment.
Information technologies are playing an expanding role in business.
Types of Information Systems
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Info rm a tio nS y s te m
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D B M S
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D S S
G IS
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G D S SE S SA T M M F G F IN
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Examples
Can you think of any examples ofTransaction Processing Systems (TPS) – process
transaction data, update databases, and produce business documents.
Process Control Systems (PCS) – monitor and control industrial processes.
Enterprise Collaboration Systems – support team, workgroup, and enterprise communications an collaboration.
Examples
Can you think of any examples of Management Information Systems (MIS) – provide
information in the form of pre-specified reports and displays to support business decision making.
Decision Support Systems (DSS) – provide interactive ad hoc support for the decision making processes of managers and other business professionals.
Executive Information Systems (EIS) – provide critical information from MIS, DSS, and other sources tailored to the information needs of executives.
Fundamentals
What is a system anyhow?
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What’s a System?
A set of elements or components that interact to accomplish goals.
Input Processing mechanismOutputFeedback / controlSystem boundary
Basic Components of a System
Example
R o o m T em p eratureIN P U T
C o m p are w ith therm o s tatP R O C ES S
TO OL O W ?
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F EED B A C K
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System Variables and Parameters
System variable - item controlled by decision-maker (desired temperature)
System parameter - value that cannot be controlled (furnace capacity, outside temp)
A Business System
IS Resources & Activities