...Three Logistics Information Systems I. Learning objectives and requirements 1. to know why timely and accurate information is critical for effective logistics systems design and operations 2. to know four levels of SCIS’s functionality including transaction systems, management control, decision analysis, and strategic planning 3. to understand the comprehensive information system integration 4. to know how firms obtain access to supply chain applications 5. to understand the comprehensive information system integration 6. to know the remarkable advances in logistics communication systems capability II. Learning contents Section I. Information System Functionality 1. Main contents 1) Why Timely and Accurate Information is Critical for Effective Logistics Systems Design and Operations. (“Without accurate information the effort involved in the logistical system can be wasted.” in Chapter Two) There are four reasons why timely and accurate information has become more critical for effective logistics systems design and operations:a) Customer perceive information about order status, product availability, delivery schedule, shipment tracking, and invoices as necessary elements of total customer service. Customers demand access to real time information. b) With the goal of reducing total supply chain assets, managers realize that information can be used to reduce inventory and human resource requirements. In particular, requirements planning using the most current information can...
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...Logistics Information Warehouse or LIW is an information system that was created for individuals within the Armed Forces to encompass all logistical data into one convenient location from various information systems. Taking the Army into account, one can see that for years the Army had multiple information systems that did not interact between one another. This created more work for individuals who needed multiple reports from each of the information systems to generate one report for a specific purpose. This lack of interaction between the systems resulted in extensive time lost between information flow from one organization to another. LIW was created in order to eliminate the inefficiency with the amount of time required to retrieve valuable information from each of the Army’s information systems. With the different systems data feeding into one central point or information system, a type of hub has been created for logisticians, who are the primary users of LIW. The primary function of this system is to have one location for the logistics personnel to retrieve information pertaining to their units, battalions, as well as service wide. Two of the primary features of this system are Army ILAP, and FEDLOG. There are hardware and software requirements for LIW to run effectively. Let’s look at the server-side first. With a minimum of twelve information systems feeding data into LIW, a server farm is required for the support of the multiple networks, file sharing...
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...Otis and the Central Role of Information and IT May 18, 2011 I. Key Business Objectives Bousbib developed several key business objectives in response to the changing operational landscape of elevators, escalators and moving walkways industry. No longer would Otis be considered an “old-line industrial company.” Among these key initiatives and changes were: * Vision: Become the “recognized leader in service excellence among all companies – not just elevator companies – worldwide.” * Culture: Change the norms, values and processes of Otis – how they do business – so that the company focus shifts from a manufacturing company to that of a service company. Become the number one service company in the world. * Systems/Functions: Both systems and business functions need to be changed to align their processes and procedures with the new company vision and culture. This included integrating pre-existing systems already established in the company such as Otisline and REM and go from managing the flow of products, to managing the flow of information. * Growth: Provide excellent service in mature elevator regions as service and repair account for 75% of revenues in these locations. Expand to key growth areas and emerging markets such as China in order to win new business and stay ahead of their competitors. * Redefine Services: Go beyond traditional support tools such as Otisline and REM and include new equipment design, supply chain, new equipment delivery...
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...provide shipping information. They play a huge role in UPS operations because they provide customer information for shipping which makes for faster and more reliable shipping. The label is scanned at each part of shipment and delivery so the customer can track their packages and it’s accounted for from start to finish. 2. Write out the steps a package takes from pick-up by a UPS driver to delivery including the role of DIAD, the UPS Data Center, and the UPS Package Center. The driver picks up the package from the customer and creates a smart label that contains all shipping information and a tracking number, this information is sent to the warehouse. The driver will always carry a DIAD which is a basically a hand held computer that will show the driver which routes to take and his stops for the day. The driver will scan the package information into the DIAD so that the information is available to the Data Center and to the customer. All packages will be process through a UPS package center. 3. What role does wireless communication play in the UPS systems? Wireless communication allows the UPS drivers to have complete flexibility in the field and up to date information about changes to their routes or new pick-ups. This makes more efficient deliveries and pick-ups for the customers and I would imagine it makes for better fuel mileage which is really important these days. 4. How has information technology transformed the package delivery business? Information technology has...
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...Business Information Systems Business Information Systems ASSIGNMENT ASSIGNMENT TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION PAGE 1 BODY-QUESTION ONE 1.1 PAGE 2&3 1.2 PAGES 1.3 PAGES QUESTION TWO 2.1 PAGES 2.2 PAGES 2.3 PAGES QUESTION THREE 3.1 PAGE 3.2 PAGE 3.3 PAGE 3.4 PAGE CONCLUSION PAGE REFERENCE PAGE Introduction Information systems (IS) or Business information systems deal with the development, introduction, conceptualization, utilization and maintenance of systems for computer-assisted data processing within the enterprise-wide and company networks. Information systems are used in almost every technical profession. Small company owners and entrepreneurs use IS to reach customers throughout the globe. Manager’s use IS to make large investment decisions, like research on a cancer drug or construct a manufacturing plant. Sales representatives utilize in order to advertise products, analyze sales trends and communicate with the customers. Financial planners use information systems in order to advice their customers to help their children's education or them save for the retirement. From a small store to large multinational companies, and various sizes and types of business organizations cannot survive without the business information systems in order perform finance and accounting task. The business...
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...scanning systems, wireless networks, large mainframe computers, handheld computers, the Internet, and various softwares for tracking packages, calculating fees, maintaining customer accounts, and maintaining logistics. Handheld DIADs are carried by every UPS driver and was developed to immediately record and upload delivery information to the UPS network. About 108,999 are used daily. UPSnet is a global electronic data communications network that provides an... Part 1 CASE STAUDY QUESTIONS 1. What are the inputs, processing, and outputs of UPS's package tracking system? Inputs: firstly, the scannable bar-coded should be pasted to the package, there are some information on the scannable bar-coded, like the sender, the destination, and the time of the package arrive. And then, customer could get own labels by UPS. For example, people could go to the UPS web site and use special software to download this information. The data off labels would be delivered to the UPS's computer centre that nearest final destination, before the package pick up. Furthermore, workers should download these labels information by using UPS software and establish some special delivery route for every driver; people should consider some factors that affect package transmission, like traffic, weather conditions, and the location of every stop. Processing: there are some points that through from the sender and the receiver. Bar code equipment could scan labels to get some package information and send these...
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...Information Business Problem Dimension IT/205 September 2, 2011 Dr. Grice Information Business Problem Dimension According to the text (2009) the three dimensions to business problems are information technology, organizations, and people. With information technology some of the business problems that exist are inadequate or aging hardware, outdated software, and the rapid change in technology. With IT one will have to consider the components of the firm infrastructure and the way it works. Organization dimension can be inadequate resources or outdated business processes. Business problems also involve the business processes and structure. Lack of employee training, regulatory compliance, or poor management are some of the people diminsion involving problems within the organization. Experts are employed and trained for different business functions, such as sales and marketing, manufacturing, production, and human resources. Organizations will also have to deterimine what processes are useful or outdated.The information system deals with the business part of the organization. An information system is implemented within an organization for the intent of improving the effectiveness and competence of the organization. This information system concentrates on bridging the gap between businesses and the growing field of computers. On the other hand, information technology is all about managing technology and making use of it for the improvement of businesses. However, the...
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...CHAPTER 1 RATIONALE AND SCOPE OF THE INFORMATION SYSTEM STRATEGIC PLAN 1.1 Rationale These days, more and more businesses have been trying to cope up with the fast-changing and technology-advanced world. Since then, Information Systems and Information Technologies are used as tools by systems analysts to help businesses gain competitive advantage over its competitors in their respective industries. The group’s chosen company, Globesco Incorporated, currently has some of its business operations still being done manually. These processes still need to be worked on for it to be more effective and efficient in delivering good quality products and services to its customers. Given that, the goal of the group is to develop an Information Systems Strategic Plan. The IS Strategic Plain could later be used to integrate new Information Systems in Globesco Incorporated’s operations in line with improving the current system of the company. The group believes that it is important for Globesco Incorporated to have another Information Systems to be able to have a competitive edge over its competitors. 1. Scope The following are included in the study: • Information gathered exclusively from the company’s main office • The analysis of the systems will focus more on the production and sales department • Order taking in the sales and marketing department • Ordering of raw materials under the production department • Accounts payable, accounts receivable...
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...analytical information, and between OLTP and OLAP. Define TPS, DSS, and EIS, and explain how organizations use these types of information systems to make decisions. Understand what AI is and the four types of artificial intelligence systems used by organizations today. Describe how AI differs from TPS, DSS, and EIS. Describe the importance of business process improvement, business process reengineering, business process modelling, and business process management to an organization and how information systems can help in these areas. This chapter describes various types of business information systems found across the enterprise used to run basic business processes and used to facilitate sound and proper decision making. Using information systems to improve decision making and re-engineer business processes can significantly help organizations become more efficient and effective. ? 2.4 2.5 As a business student, you can gain valuable insight into an organization by understanding the types of information systems that exist in and across enterprises. When you understand how to use these systems to improve business processes and decision making, you can vastly improve organizational performance. After reading this chapter, you should have gained an appreciation of the various kinds of information systems employed by organizations and how you can use them to help make informed decisions and improve business processes. opening case study Information Systems Improve Business...
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...Assignment-1 Relate the various information systems in the strategic business development of digital firm Information System is a system that handles the flow and maintenance of information, which supports the business operation. The components of information systems are people, equipment, procedures and data. Information Systems are used by organization for different purposes. The following are the six types of information systems and functions: 1. Transaction Processing Systems (TPS) serve the people in the operational level of an organization. It collects and stores information about transactions, and controls some aspects of transactions. A sale of item in the store is an example of a transaction. 2. Knowledge work systems (KWS) is used by technical staff as model functions to convert design specifications into graphical designs. It uses computer-aided design/manufacture (CAD/CAM). 3. Office automation systems (OAS) serve those that belong to the knowledge level of an organization. The system helps individuals in the processing of personal and organizational data, perform calculations, and create documents. e.g. word processing, spreadsheets, file managers, personal calendars, presentation packages. 4. Decision-support systems (DSS) help the strategic management staff (senior officers) in making decisions. The system uses information, models, or analysis tools in order for managers to make simulations and predictions. Example of DSS is the 5-year investment...
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...Information Systems Proposal Lauren Riley BIS/220 October 13, 2014 Mai Nguyen Table of Contents Title page…………………………………………………………………………………………………page 1 Table of contents……………………………………………………………………………………..page 2 Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………………..page 3 Information Systems…………………………………………………………………………………page 3 Table…………………………………………………………………………………………………………page 4 Conclusion………………………………………………………………………………………………..page 5 Information Systems Proposal Starting your own business can be an exciting idea, it can also be difficult if you do not understand all the aspects required to maintain a successful store. Understanding information systems and technology is an important part of running a successful business in today’s society. There are several types of information systems, I have chosen to inform you about the systems I believe will benefit this business the most. Information Systems An information system is a system that collects, processes, stores, analyzes, and disseminates information for a specific purpose, most today are computerized although not all of them are. There are many types of information systems that are available for organizations to use. The systems that I believe would be beneficial for this business are the following: * Functional area information systems (FAIS) * Transaction processing system (TPS) * Enterprise resource planning (ERP) * Office automation system (OAS) * Expert System...
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...Information System Strategic Impact Hi Mr. Tom, I will like to first congratulate you on your new position as the Chief Executive Officer, of this amiable and well respected leader in the Healthcare logistics industry. It’s good to have an ambitious and goal oriented person like you in charge of this company. Decision Support System (DSS) is a type of Information System that are into specifics, it helps in the strategic decision making of the Top Executives in an organization, by gathering and analyzing both internal and external information. A good way to understand this type of Information System is to visualize the executive management in an aircraft cockpit with the instrument panel guiding them about the status of all key business activities. A special type of DSS, referred to as Executive Information System (EIS), is structured to support the information needs of the executive management. EIS information is presented in charts and tables that show trends, ratios, and other managerial statistics. This type of Information System would certainly help provide a strategic impact on the business of this company by gathering data on competitors’ customers. Advantages of Decision Support System 1. It improves personal efficiency as it’s very easy to use, as the user do not have to be a computer geek in understanding how it works. 2. The information produced by is quick and timely, as many decisions that executives have to make are quick. With EIS, an executive...
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...INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS ASSIGNMENT MFP/MBA NOVEMBER 2012 – MARCH 2013 SEMESTR MARIA LEBEDINSKAYA STUDENT ID: B0274MAMA1112 28 JANUARY 2013 COURSE LECTURER: DENVER REYNOLDS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND LAW B. Gates: ".The most reliable way to distinguish your company from competitors -Is to organize the work with information …". ABSTRACT In this work the hierarchical structure of the company is considered and the analysis of requirements to the information at each level of decision-making is made. Three levels are considered: the strategic, tactical and operational. Recommendations about the use of information systems at each level are made. The option of the information system for the chosen company is offered. Necessary security measures for information systems are discussed. The analysis of the use of Cloud Computing of systems is made. For the analysis the JSC «Nordelectroprom» company was chosen. TABLE OF CONTENTS Abstract…………………………………………………………………………………………2 Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………..4 Task A…………………………………………………………………………………………...9 Task B…………………………………………………………………………………………..23 Task C…………………………………………………………………………………………..25 Task D…………………………………………………………………………………………..28 Conclusion……………………………………………………………………………………....29 References……………………………………………………………………………………....30 INTRODUCTION Business of our century characterizes the rapid development of information technologies. The major factor of success...
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...Background Information Riordan Manufacturing is a global plastics manufacturer with facilities located worldwide, with a research and development department located in San Jose California. Riordan Manufacturing has produced a yearly earning forty-six million dollars. Riordan Industries, which is the sole owner of Riordan Manufacturing, is a Fortune 1000 enterprise with revenues reaching over the amount of one-billion dollars. It is highly important to use methods of integrating new systems into Riordan Manufacturing. The method of System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is a great way to understand the problem, analyze the problem, design the solution, and implement the project. Riordan Manufacturing must revamp its out of date Information Systems, not only in the Human Resource section but in all other sections as well, in order to meet current industry standards, increase efficiency, lower overhead, increase worker productivity and many other factors which will add tremendous value to the company. These values are both tangible and intangible values that cannot be measured by a dollar value alone. This update is in accordance to Service Request SR-rm-022. The most efficient way to update the Human Resource Department would have to include hardware and software that is compatible in the companies’ various locations. Focus will be set on the Human Resource section but all departments will be effected by the new system since the current information systems are, (University...
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