...Information Systems Proposal: True Vinyl Prepared for Sara Jones Co-Partner True Vinyl Prepared by Aimee Wales Co-Partner True Vinyl Proposal Number: TV-11.13A Introduction True Vinyl provides a true nostalgic experience to their customers. How consumers purchase music has changed over the years, from forty-fives to MP3. Many consumers are still looking for the true nostalgia of buying a vinyl record and playing it at home. Our customers want to experience their favorite albums and artists on vinyl; True Vinyl is the best choice to obtain their selections. True Vinyl will allow our customers to browse through our physical store or shop online to find the record; we will also offer in-store pick-up or safe fast shipping for our online customers. The key to our store’s success will be information systems. True Vinyl will need to utilize both computer-based forms as well as non-computer based types of information systems in order to be successful in providing excellent service and products to our customers. For True Vinyl, I propose utilizing: • Functional Area Information System for payroll this would help this business system for processing and payroll. The sales would have to be cost effective to be able to support the increase of employee’s to purchase this system. • Transaction Processing System this system would help out in sales with policies, procedures, equipment to help with point of sales. • Office Automation Systems this would help with middle...
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...additional cost associated with these new innovations. For this reason, HP experienced a decrease in revenue due to unplanned operational costs. HP has worked diligently towards meeting and exceeding customer expectations. Unfortunately, managing millions of new products lead to increased cost and inefficiency. HP recognized that its company was providing millions of choices for customer satisfaction without a high return on investment. HP’s marketing and sales departments requested more SKU’s, more features and more configurations to meet consumer interests. However the supply chain managers wanted less complexity and were interested in more predictable order cycle times. HP needed to implement a fact-based, data-driven tool to improve decision making. HP developed a team of individuals internally and externally from consultancies and universities to help with the challenges the company faced. This team developed a process for evaluating new products for introduction, created a tool for prioritizing existing products in a portfolio, and developed an algorithm that solved problems faster than previous technologies (Turban, Sharda, Delen. (2011)). The team developed a pre-launch and post-launch plan to assess whether product ideas were great enough investments to bring forth returns and maximize profits. The team also developed a Revenue Coverage Optimization (RCO) tool to manage product portfolios as sales data became available. The RCO algorithm...
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...Evolution of Information Systems (Relevant to AAT Examination Paper 8: Principles of Auditing and Management Information Systems) David Chow FCCA, FCPA, CPA (Practising) This article discusses the evolution of information systems, levels of management decision-making and information systems that enhance the value of information. Students are encouraged to understand the reasons for the development of an information system and its replacement; these will help you identify the benefits and limitations of each type of information system. From EDP to MIS Until the 1960s, the role of most information systems was simple. They were mainly used for electronic data processing (EDP),purposes such as transactions processing, record-keeping and accounting. EDP is often defined as the use of computers in recording, classifying, manipulating, and summarizing data. It is also called transaction processing systems (TPS), automatic data processing, or information processing. Transaction processing systems – these process data resulting from business transactions, update operational databases, and produce business documents. Examples: sales and inventory processing and accounting systems. In the 1960s, another role was added to the use of computers: the processing of data into useful informative reports. The concept of management information systems (MIS) was born. This new role focused on developing business applications that provided managerial end users with predefined management reports that...
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...Introduction to Information Systems There is a structure that comes with information systems, ones that will be beneficial to our workers and to us as business owners. I will cover both that I feel will be the most applicable to our record store. I feel that we need multiple systems that will benefit us with accessibility and understanding of the systems, The transaction processing system is the bottom part of the structure to use for the employees because it has many different unique uses. The TPS can collect, store, modify, and retrieve the transactions of an organization. It stores data in certain files that are able to be seen only by select individuals. There will be worker files only accessible by employees as well as manager and CEO files that only we can access. It offers many other useful tools such as rapid processing, batch processing, and real time processing. Management information systems are above the transaction processing system. These systems don’t deal with the day to day data in needing and operating our record store such as the TPS. The MIS provides information that is needed to organize and manage organizations efficiently and effectively. MIS involve three primary resources: people, technology and decision making. The systems main purpose is to analyze operational activities in the organization. It can show if our plans our reaching out goals and allows our managers to supervise over the TPS. I feel this next one isn’t going to be needed...
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...Management Support Systems XYZ Inc. (7 am – 8 am) Intro to BI – Business Intelligence is bringing the right information at the right time to the right people in the right format and is the framework for decision support. BI combines architecture, databases or data warehouses, analytical tools and applications. BI’s major objective is to enable easy access to data and provide business mangers with the ability to conduct analysis. BI helps to transform data, to information, to decisions and finally to action. (8am – 9am) Management Support Systems – Extends information retrieval to the end user with queries and analysis capabilities of the XYZ Inc.’s data. Decision-making tools are available to all functions of XYZ Inc. i. OLAP – Online Analytical Processing ii. CRM – Consumer Relationship Management iii. OLTP – Online Transaction Processing iv. ETL – Enterprise Resource Planning System (10am –11am) Data – Can be pulled in from each of the 5 main areas of XYZ Inc. Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Accounting and Manufacturing will supply data to be input, cleansed and stored in a data warehouse. (11am – 12 pm) Storing Data – A database used for reporting analysis. The data stored in the warehouse is uploaded from operational systems. Information systems use the data from data warehouses / data marts. Lunch Break - (12pm-1pm) (1pm -2pm) Mining Data - The process through which previously undiscovered patterns in data were identified. Data...
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...Question 1: From an analytical prospective, explain how information systems relate to the way Zara runs its business. What types of systems are the most essential for this company in its current environment? In this new era of globalization, the using of technology has been very common and can be conclude as part of human’s life. In order to survive in today’s challenging business world, every organization has to be confronted with highly competitive pressure to bring out more effectiveness and efficiency when running a business. This case study is about Zara, large international fashion company which known as one of the survivors by successfully overcome the business pressure by implementing new technology system. Zara is known as one of the largest international fashion companies which belong to Inditex, one of the world’s largest distribution groups. This clothing retail group headquartered their first store which located at La Coruna, Spain. By having 531 stores located in 45 countries, Zara carry out their business model by using information system to generate design, production and distribution service through retail network. From production till distribution, Zara choose to manage the entire process by itself because they believe is more efficient and profitable by doing so. It also helps Zara to penetrate fashion trend faster compare to other competitors. Today, Zara works towards their mission by contribute to the sustainable development of society and that of...
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...Proposal Retia Peyer University of Phoenix Introduction to computer application and systems BIS/220-LRBS George Griepp May 05, 2014 Table of Contents Introduction………………………………..……………………………………………3 Information Systems……………………………………………………………………3 Proposal….……………………………………………………………………………...4 Table 1….……………………………………………………………………………….5 References…………………………………………………………………………..…..6 Business Proposal Information systems vary according to their specific purpose. Generally, there are five types of information systems. Each system serves a specific task several systems overlap in their capacities. The different types of systems will be briefly explained along with how they will benefit the business we are about to open. The five types of information systems are as follows: 1) Office Information System also referred to as an OIS this system uses hardware (computers), software (programs) and networks (a server of to link all the computers to a common modem) to tie together many aspects of the office, such as using email, sending faxes, using electronic data interchange (EDI) to exchange data with other businesses or departments within the company (http://bisom.uncc.edu/courses /info 2130/Topics/istypes.htm). 2) Transaction Processing Systems also referred to as TPS this system uses data from day to day transactions and are usually used by clerical staff. Examples of this type of system could be useful for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll departments...
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...Determining Databases and Data Communications Laura Dowell BIS/320 March 18, 2013 Martin Mueller Determining Databases and Data Communications A manager in today’s business environment must have the skills and knowledge to play a role in a variety of departments. Even if he or she is not an expert in the information technology field, a basic understanding of the tools and terminology is a must-have. This understanding can be useful in clearing out some of the options which are obviously untenable and narrow decisions to a limited number of viable options. The scenarios below demonstrate how a basic knowledge of software application and network design can simplify decisions that would perplex many individuals. SCENARIO 1 In the first scenario a marketing assistant for a consumer electronics company is responsible for managing the displays used at industry trade shows. This person must identify the necessary components and equipment and make sure they get shipped to the trade show in a timely manner. Once the shipment arrives at the trade show, the assistant is responsible for verifying the condition of each item and overseeing the set-up and functionality of the display. At the conclusion of the trade show, the assistant makes sure that each piece ships back to the company and is put back into stock at the warehouse in the same condition as when it originally left. This assistant is also in charge of following up on any problems resulting from shipping damage. There...
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...Foods BSA/310 February 10, 2013 Kudler Fine Foods There are five types of information systems and all are very important to any company. The first type of information system is an Office Information Systems. An office information system enhances employee communication and increases work flow. The second type of information system is a Transaction Processing System. A transaction processing system captures and processes the important information throughout the day. The third type of information system is a Management Information System. A Management Information System processes important reports to help managers control every aspect of day to day operations. Fourth type of information system is Decision Support Systems. A Decision Support System does exactly what the name implies. It helps every member of a company reach a decision when needed. The last type of information system is an Expert System. An Expert System has human reasoning and can make a importance decisions for people who may not have enough knowledge in the area of a company. The type of business system that I would like to talk about is the Transaction Processing System. This system is very important to Kudler Fine Foods for several reasons. The first reason is this type of system records an employee’s hours on the clock. This type of system will also keep track of customer purchases and returns. This type of system is also good for generating pay checks will allow an employees work schedule to be printed...
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...Unit 3: IT521: Decision Support Systems Jessica Brown IT 521 Kaplan University Even the best-organized data will become overwhelming to analyze with vast amounts of data especially for those not adverse in analytics. This was the problem for New York City Mayor’s Management Report (MMR), which offers indicators from city agencies to gauge performance. To solve this problem they decided to develop a Citywide Performance Reporting (CPR) system. The current Mayor of New York in 2008, Michael R. Bloomberg, stated the City was developing a performance measurement tool that would help make the workings of government transparent to all citizens and ensure that city agencies are accountable for their performance.() The CPR will eliminate the mystery about where and what kinds of performance information are available and increases accountability to its customers. The CPR was launched in February 2008 as an pioneering methodology to interactive, transparent performance management. The agencies involved in the implementation of the CPR dashboard were the Mayor’s Office of Operations in consultation with the Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications. CPR identifies where service delivery by more than 40 City agencies is trending in a positive or negative direction in an easy-to-use snapshot format. The following are the incentives of the CRP taken from NYC CPR At-A-Glance: * Tracks performance for the most important "outcome" measures - those directly...
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...CURRENT ISSUES OF DECISION SUPPORT SYSTEM Cynthia P. C. Lee Abstract This paper emphasized on the Decision Support System (DSS) defined in various ways depending upon the author’s point of view by Turban (1995), Little (1970), Moore and Chang (1980), Keen (1980), and Power (1997); history of DSS during late 1950s and early 1960s until millennium approached of Web-based analytical applications; the Decision support system (DSS) has been used in many different ways (Alter 1980, Power, 2002). Turban (1995) defines it as "an interactive, flexible, and adaptable computerbased information system, especially developed for supporting the solution of a nonstructured management problem for improved decision making. It utilizes data, provides an easy-to-use interface, and allows for the decision maker's own insights." For Little (1970), a DSS is a "model-based set of procedures for processing data and judgments to assist a manager in his decision-making." Moore and Chang (1980) define DSS as extendible systems capable of supporting ad hoc data analysis and decision modeling, oriented toward future planning, and used at irregular, unplanned intervals. importance of DSS to assist in high-level decision-making, assist academic advising staff, improve the quality and timeliness of marketing decisions, and medical diagnosis process; and current issues of DSS where decision-making as the most important activities for human beings, Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSSs), several...
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...Name: Mathel Joy P. Berin Date: 06-25-14 Course: BS Accounting Technology Year & Section: 3B Instructor: Elizabeth Bauzon Assignment #1 CS 212: Fundamental of Information System and System Development 1. What is an information system? What are some ways information system are changing our lives? * A combination of hardware, software, infrastructure and trained personnel organized to facilitate planning, control, coordination, and decision making in an organization. 2. How would you distinguish data and information? Information and Knowledge? To distinguish between data and information you need to know what each one means. Data is the raw material for processing and refers to unprocessed information. Information is processed data. Information is that which informs that from which data can be derived. Information is conveyed either as the content of a message or through direct or indirect observation of some thing. That which is perceived can be construed as a message in its own right, and in that sense, information is always conveyed as the content of a message. Information can be encoded into various forms for transmission and interpretation. Knowledge is a familiarity, awareness or understanding of someone or something, such as facts, information, descriptions, or skills, which is acquired through experience or education by perceiving, discovering, or learning. Knowledge can refer to a theoretical or practical understanding of a subject. 3. Enumerate...
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...objectives of the IS strategy 3 Internal and external business environment 3 SWOT analysis of K-bells current situation: 4 IS environment 4 2. Data Analysis Redesigning the VoD system 6 3. IS Solutions Changes in existing IS and data-organization 7 4. IS Implications and implementation Structure and Culture 10 Changes in structure and culture 11 Decision making 11 Resistance to the system 12 Implementation system 13 5. Recommendations Overview of Recommendations 15 6. References and Apendices References 16 Appendices 17 1. BUSINESS AND IS ANALYSIS Approach to and objectives of the IS strategy The first step of our consultancy report for K-bell is to analyze the internal en external business and the information system environment. K-Bells latest information strategy opens up new possibilities for expanding and can even improve customer satisfaction. The rapport we will present shall explain how K-Bells can best implement the improved system. New improvements will be added in a way that K-Bell can even redefine their strategic objectives. K-Bells new IS objective is to be a intermediary between supplier and consumer in. Both parties should be able to access the information system (content suppliers however, with limited access). This objective is to improve K-Bells business in general as well, as they will achieve more revenue when customers are satisfied and commit to K-Bell for...
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...President Barack Obama used a Decision Support System called Neighbor to Neighbor during his 2008 campaign. This DSS contained names, addresses, issues of interest and data to that particular voter, and past voting records of each voter that were undecided in the campaign. This system allowed Obama’s staff members to create effective customized speeches, fliers, etc. that would ultimately convince that particular voter to vote for Obama (Decision Support…). Decision support systems are being used to influence presidential elections. Mitt Romney for example began a secretive data-mining project, to look through American’s information such as, purchasing history and church attendance in order to identify likely wealthy donors. For his election data-mining project, this will rely on thousands of expensive databases that are legally bought/sold behind the scenes by corporations. This includes credit accounts, families and children, voter registrations, charitable contributions, property tax records, and survey responses. This database combined with marketing data creates a psychographic data analysis, which then flushes out Americans consumer behavior and habits. Decision Support Services (DSS) is technology that is available to turn your sales data and statistics into efficient management tools and organized reports. One useful DSS offerings is provided via IMSMART which allows your company to customize reports based off of the information you’re interested in. IMSMART offers...
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...‘Assignments’ tab. Students are required to submit four case reports, each of which should be based on one case listed in the following. It is preferable to analyze a case that is close to the submission deadline. Week | Case | 1 | What’s the buzz on smart grids? | 2 | Collaboration and innovation at Procter & Gamble | 3 | YouTube, the Internet, and the Future of Movies | 4 | When radiation therapy kills? | 5 | Salesforce.com: cloud services go mainstream | 6 | The RCMP and its data: more and more and more data –what the RCMP does with its data | 7 | Midterm | 8 | Google, Apple, and Microsoft struggle for your Internet experience | 9 | Amazon versus Walmart: which giant will dominate E-commerce? | 10 | Can decision support systems make your health care better? | 11 | Are electronic medical records a cure for health care? | 12 | Are you minding your credit card data? | The deadlines for the four case reports are indicated in the following: Deadline | Case | September 27, 2012 | Case one | November 1, 2012 | Case two | November 15, 2012 | Case three | November 29, 2012 | Case four | For those students who purchased the fifth edition, they are allowed to choose one of the following chapter cases "Can Canadians Make Money on the Web?" "Second Life: A New Generation of Online Application," and "In Tech We Trust: The Story of SAP in Canada." 2.0 Assignment submission guidelines Student submissions can be in either a written format...
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