...Understanding MIS MIS involves issues relating to technical problems, organization and management. There must be a complete and thorough understanding of how these concepts work together. By using MIS a greater asset has been added to any company that wants to succeed. Smart grids differ from the current electricity infrastructure the United States uses by distributing electricity from its network to customers in the form of digital technology so that energy will be conserved, costs will be cut and the assurance level will be valued more as well as accurately (Laudon & Laudon, 2012). Whereas, the present way electricity is handled in the United States by electrical companies sending their workers out into the field to collect information that is needed to service customers. This is done by the workers reading the customer’s meters, searching for equipment that need repairing and measuring voltage. There is room for updating the devices that utility companies are using (Smart Grid, 2012). When developing a smart grid the issues that should be considered is the technology behind it. There are the network and switches that need to be managed, devices to keep an eye on as to how much energy are being used and distributed. Ways to keep communication lines between customers and providers open with the information of how much usage has been used (Laundon & Laundon, 2012). Challenges that could deter the development of smart grids would be how much it...
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...Unit 1 – Understanding MIS Theodora Wilson American InterContinental University Abstract Information systems are used globally with efficient effective ways starting with management as they utilize the four competitive strategies to compete in businesses. The organizations and their use of technology to collaborate and succeed in the market all depends on how their information systems are set up. Introduction Understanding Information systems in the world of businesses assists in creating success for the stock holders, stake holders, and the consumer. This paper will answer questions based on four case studies. The case studies presented are based on smart grids, collaboration and innovation, how much a company knows about you, and the consequences of texting. Case Study I – Smart Grids Smart grids were developed as the twenty-first century automated form of electrical output to consumers. Smart Grids are used to deliver electricity from the supplier to the consumer using digital technology. This means using an automated system through a computer generated information network from power plants and wind farms to the customer in their homes and businesses. Utilizing smart grids in this fashion is different from the current electricity infrastructure as far as not using transmission lines to telephone poles to meters. (Kenneth c. Laudon, 2012) Developing a smart grid requires management of information. Technology is needed to operate the network...
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...What's the Buzz on Smart Grids? CASE STUDY h e existing elec trici ty infrastructure in the Un ited States is outda te d and in efficient. Energy com pa nies provide power to con su mers, but the grid pro vides no infor m ation abo ut ho w th e con sumers are usin g th at energy, makin g it difficult to develop m ore efficie nt approache s to distribution . Also, the current elec tric ity grid offers few ways to h andle power provided by alte rnative energy sources, wh ich are critical com po nents of mo st efforts to go "gre en ." Enter th e smart grid. A smart grid deliv ers electric ity fro m supplie rs to cons umers using digital technology to save ene rgy, reduce costs, and increase reliability and trans parency. The smart grid enables in formation to flow ba ck and forth b etwe en electric power providers and individual households to allow both cons umers an d energy com pa nies to make more intelligent decision s regarding ene rgy cons um ption an d production. Information from smart grids would show utilities when to raise prices when demand is high and lower th em when demand lessens. Smart grids would also h elp cons u mers program h igh-use electrica l applia nces lik e h eating and air condition ing systems to reduce cons um ption du ring times of peak u sage. If implemented nati onwide, proponents beli eve, sm art grids would lead to a 5 to 15 percent decrease in energy cons um ption . Electricity grids are sized to m eet th e m aximum electricity n eed...
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...for many people who, due to severe motor disabilities, are unable to use conventional controls. For some of these people, noninvasive brain– computer interfaces (BCIs) offer a promising solution to this interaction problem. Brain-Actuated Wheelchairs Millions of people around the world suffer from mobility impairments, with hundreds of thousands of them relying on power wheelchairs for activities of daily living [1]. However, many patients are not prescribed power wheelchairs either because they are physically unable to control the chair using a conventional interface or because they are deemed incapable of safely operating them [2]. Consequently, it has been estimated that between 1.4 and 2.1 million wheelchair users might benefit from a smart-powered wheelchair if it were able to provide a degree of additional assistance to the driver [3]. Digital Object Identifier 10.1109/MRA.2012.2229936 Date of publication: 8 March 2013 In our research with brain-actuated wheelchairs, we target a population that is or will become unable to use conventional interfaces due to severe motor disabilities. Noninvasive BCIs offer a promising new interaction modality that does not rely on a fully functional peripheral nervous system to mechanically interact with the world and instead uses brain activity directly. However, mastering the use of a BCI, i.e., with all new skills, does not come without a few challenges. Spontaneously performing mental tasks to convey one’s intentions to a BCI can...
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...Course Project Proposal The Implementation of Cloud computing and existing Database System in Conventional Power plants Rahul Shah (rahul09oct@gmail.com) MIS-535 Prof. Nichelle Manuel Table of Contents Abstract 3 Company Background 3 Business Problems 3 High-Level Solution 4 Smart grid and Cloud computing 5 SCADA and Cloud computing 6 Benefits of solving the problem 7 Business/ Technical Approach 9 Cloud computing Infrastructure 10 Integration of all plant and customer activities in one database 10 Provision of Internet Protocol Security 11 Moving Smart grids and SCADA to cloud 11 High-level Implementation Plan 11 Set up a program architecture that considers risk and industry maturity 12 Usage of technology for a long term 12 Maintain significant focus on IT integration activities ...
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...What’s the Buzz on Smart Grids? CASE STUDY What’s the Buzz on Smart Grids? CASE STUDY T T he existing electricity infrastructure in the United States is outdated and inefficient. Energy companies provide power to consumers, but the grid provides no information about how the consumers are using that energy, making it difficult to develop more efficient approaches to distribution. Also, the current electric- ity grid offers few ways to handle power provided by alternative energy sources, which are critical compo- nents of most efforts to go “green.” Enter the smart grid. A smart grid delivers electricity from suppliers to consumers using digital technology to save energy, reduce costs, and increase reliability and trans- parency. The smart grid enables information to flow back and forth between electric power providers and individual households to allow both consumers and energy companies to make more intelligent decisions regarding energy consumption and production. Information from smart grids would show utilities when to raise prices when demand is high and lower them when demand lessens. Smart grids would also help consumers program high-use electrical appliances like heating and air condition- ing systems to reduce consumption during times of peak usage. If implemented nationwide, proponents believe, smart grids would lead to a 5 to 15 percent decrease in energy consumption. Electricity grids are sized to meet the maximum electricity need, so a drop in peak demand...
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...Devry MIS 535 Final Exam-2015 IF You Want To Purchase A+ Work then Click The Link Below For Instant Down Load http://www.hwspeed.com/Devry-MIS-535-Final-Exam-2015-0404044454.htm?categoryId=-1 IF You Face Any Problem Then E Mail Us At JOHNMATE1122@GMAIL.COM Question Page 1 Question 1.1. (TCO A) Which of the following objectives best describes the business strategy behind the development of smart grid initiatives by power companies, as discussed in the chapter case? (Points : 4) Operational excellence New products and services Competitive advantage Customer support Question 2.2. (TCO B) The interaction between information systems and organizations is influenced (Points : 5) primarily by the decision making of middle- and senior-managers. by many factors, including structure, politics, culture, and environment. by two main microeconomic forces: capital and labor. primarily by the organization's business processes and culture. Question 3.3. (TCO C) Which of the following is not one of the main problems with a traditional file environment? (Points : 4) Data inconsistency Program-data independence Lack of flexibility in creating ad-hoc reports Poor security Question 4.4. (TCO D) Corporate network infrastructure is simplified in a cloud computing environment because (Points : 4) people are able to do less. corporate LANs are no longer necessary. application, database, and web servers are moved to the cloud. mobile and Wi-Fi networks are no longer supported...
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...Indian Railways and IT Systems Used 1. ERP- enterprise resource planning (ERP) IT enables signaling system MIS and LRDSS(Long Range Decision Support System) for investment optimization FOIS - Freight Operations Information System Comprehensive Payroll Processing System Vigilance software system Material Management Information System for P-way Comprehensive Accounting & Transaction System 2. CRM/PRS Online Ticket Booking Online Train Status Cell/Landline Rail Reservation Unreserved Ticketing System E-Payment of Freight 3. CONCERT Country Wide Network of Computerized Enhanced Reservation and Ticketing Integrates five Regional Reservation Centers into National PRS Grid Performs reservations for over 8.82 Lakh seats &Berths daily ( Peak rush -10.16 lakh) More than 4250 reservation terminals at more than 1200 locations Judicious mix local autonomy with uniformity of business rules. Very complex Business transactions - Handles Reservations, Modifications, Cancellations/ Refunds Comprehensive functionality 4. FOIS Freight Operations Information System An on line real time system for management and control of freight traffic Instant access to information regarding status of consignments in transit, for just in time inventory Assists in Asset Tracking, Asset Planning Performance Monitoring , to optimize Asset utilization Functions Using HR – Payroll GRP/Security – Vigilance Freight Dept...
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............................... iii 2 MY EXPERIENCE ..................................................................... iv 3 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS ......................................................... v 4 LIST OF FIGURES AND TABLES. ............................................. vi 5 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................ 1 5.1 Background.......................................................................... 1 5.2 Mandate ............................................................................... 1 5.3 Core Functions ..................................................................... 2 5.4 KETRACO PROJECTS .......................................................... 5 5.4.1 NATIONAL GRID PROJECTS ........................................... 6 5.4.2 REGIONAL POWER INTERCONNECTIONS. ..................... 7 5.4.3 AFRICAN POWER POOLS ................................................ 8 5.4.4 AFRICAN POWER POOLS – (INTERCONNECTORS) .......... 9 6 SCOPE OF PROJECT .............................................................. 10 6.1 GIS (Formal Definition). ...................................................... 10 6.2 Why is GIS important to KETRACO?................................... 10 6.3 LIDAR TECHNOLOGY – FIRST IN THE REGION. ................ 12 6.3.1 Analyzing LIDAR............................................................ 13 6.4 3D Viewing...
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...Information Systems LEARNING OBJECTIVES C H A P T E R 7 STUDENT LEARNING OBJECTIVES After completing this chapter, you will be able to answer the following questions: 1. Why are information systems vulnerable to destruction, error, and abuse? What is the business value of security and control? What are the components of an organizational framework for security and control? What are the most important tools and technologies for safeguarding information resources? 2. 3. 4. ISBN 1-256-42913-9 232 Essentials of MIS, Ninth Edition, by Kenneth C. Laudon and Jane P. Laudon. Published by Prentice Hall. Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. C HAPTER O UTLINE Chapter-Opening Case: Boston Celtics Score Big Points Against Spyware 7.1 System Vulnerability and Abuse 7.2 Business Value of Security and Control 7.3 Establishing a Framework for Security and Control 7.4 Technologies and Tools for Protecting Information Resources 7.5 Hands-on MIS Projects Business Problem-Solving Case: Are We Ready for Cyberwarfare? BOSTON CELTICS SCORE BIG POINTS AGAINST SPYWARE While the Boston Celtics were fighting for a spot in the playoffs several years ago, another fierce battle was being waged by its information systems. Jay Wessel, the team’s vice president of technology, was trying to score points against computer spyware. Wessel and his IT staff manage about 100 laptops issued to coaches and scouts, and sales, marketing, and finance employees, and these machines were being...
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...Management Information Systems MANAGING THE DIGITAL FIRM Kenneth C. Laudon New York University f Jane P. Laudon Azimuth Information Systems PEARSON feerttifie tall Pearson Education International Brief Contents Part One Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Part One Project Organizations, Management, and the Networked Enterprise 1 Information Systems in Global Business Today 2 Global E-Business: How Businesses Use Information Systems 38 Information Systems, Organizations, and Strategy 80 Ethical and Social Issues in Information Systems 124 Analyzing Business Processes for an Enterprise System 165 Part Two Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Part Two Project Information Technology Infrastructure 167 IT Infrastructure and Emerging Technologies 168 Foundations of Business Intelligence: Databases and Information Management 222 Telecommunications, the Internet, and Wireless Technology 260 Securing Information Systems 312 Creating a New Internet Business 351 Part Three Chapter 9 Chapter 10 Chapter 11 Chapter 12 Part Three Project Key System Applications for the Digital Age 353 Achieving Operational Excellence and Customer Intimacy: Enterprise Applications 354 E-Commerce: Digital Markets, Digital Goods 388 Managing Knowledge 428 Enhancing Decision Making 470 Designing an Enterprise Information Portal 508 Part Four Chapter 13 Chapter 14 Chapter 15 Part Four Project Building and Managing Systems 509 Building Systems 510 Project Management:...
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...Identify the most important facts surrounding the case 3 Identify key issues and problems 3 Specify alternative courses of action 3 Evaluate each course of action 3 Recommend the best course of action 3 Information Systems 3 Definition 3 Information Technology versus Information Systems 3 Information Technology 3 Information System 3 Dimensions 3 Organization 4 Technology 4 Components 4 Hardware 4 Software 4 Data Management Technology 4 Networking and Telecommunications Technology 4 Function 4 People 4 Functions 4 Input 4 Processing 4 Output 4 Types 4 Strategic-level systems 5 Types 5 Executive Support Systems (ESS) 5 Management-level systems 5 Types 5 Management Information Systems (MIS) 5 Decision-Support Systems (DSS) / (Business Intelligence Systems) 5 Operational-level systems 5 Types 5 Transaction Processing System (TPS) 5 Enterprise Applications 5 Types 5 Enterprise Systems / Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems 5 Supply Chain...
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...Title: On top of the environment Author(s): Aon Hewitt Source: Maclean's. 125.17 (May 7, 2012): p44. Document Type: Article Full Text: COPYRIGHT 2012 Rogers Publishing Ltd. http://www2.macleans.ca/ Full Text: [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] THE GREEN 30 is based on how employees perceive their employer's environmental efforts. We asked each organization that made the 2012 list, compiled by Aon Hewitt, to highlight some of the key programs and practices that earned them high marks. Here are their contributions: Accor/Novotel Canada Hotel management, Toronto * A detailed tracking system minimizes electricity, water, gas and sewer use. * A comprehensive recycling program has cut back the use of newspaper, glass, aluminum, plastics, cardboard and kitchen grease. BC Biometrical Laboratories Ltd. Medical laboratory, Surrey, B.C. * Works with recycling providers to find solutions for high-volume items--like small caps from needles, which once weren't considered recyclable. * Telecommuting is encouraged; more than 15 per cent of administrative staff work from home. Brookfield LePage Johnson Controls Real estate management, Markham, Ont. * Brookfield's head office diverts 100 per cent of its waste from landfills. * Established 11 social responsibility committees and hosted a sustainability event to educate real estate industry professionals on reducing carbon footprints. Celestica Electronics manufacturing, Toronto * Hybrid and other eco-friendly vehicles...
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...Marketing Notes Organization’s mission statement Strategic planning involves developing a strategy for long-run survival and growth. It consists of: * Defining companies mission: This starts with drafting a formal mission statement they should be meaningful, realistic, straight-forward (CLEAR), and consistent with the market environment. They should focus on creating value for the customer. * Setting objectives and goals: objectives for each level of management SMART * Designing a business portfolio: Fit to company’s strengths and weaknesses allocating investment to businesses strategies for growth and downsizing * Developing functional plans: the grid Market penetration, market development, product development, and diversification * The annual and long-range plans deal with the company’s current business * The strategic plan involves taking advantage of opportunities in the constantly changing environment Marketing plays a key role in the company’s strategic planning by: * Providing a guiding philosophy * Providing inputs to strategic planners; and * By designing strategies for reaching objectives Mission Statement: A statement of the organisations purpose - what it wants to accomplish. It acts as an invisible hand that guides people. * What business are we in? * What customers should we serve? * How should we develop the company’s capabilities? Example: Disney – Product, “we run theme parks”. Market, “we create fantasies” ...
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...Information Systems (MIS) 2/ MIS, Monitoring & Evaluation Introduction Monitoring and Evaluation Process points: Types and levels of monitoring and evaluation activities Some monitoring and evaluation definitions What are indicators? Methods and tools for monitoring and evaluation Steps in planning and conducting monitoring and evaluation ❐ Tools and techniques: How to write your evaluation report Tips for improving monitoring and evaluation of your project Management Information Systems (MIS) ❐ What is on MIS? ❐ Why is an MIS important? Sources for decision making, monitoring, and evaluation ❐ Targets Designing an MIS Using data to inform your MIS: conducting a baseline study Performance information Key questions in designing an MIS Institutionalizing an MIS in an organization MIS: step-by-step Using MIS outputs for decision-making How is information used in the organization? ❐ How does information flow in your organization? A word about reporting ❐ Tips and Tools: Report preparation checklist A final word about evaluation ❐ Process evaluation ❐ Output evaluation ❐ Effects evaluation ❐ Short-term impact evaluation Summary 1 2 4 5 5 7 8 9 10 1 1 1 1 13 1 2 1 3 1 5 16 1 7 19 20 2 1 22 25 26 27 Figures, Tables, and Exercises Figure 1: Exercise A: Table 1: Exercise B: Figure 2: Figure 3: Exercise C: Figure 4: Relation between program monitoring and evaluation and the MIS Comparing monitoring...
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