An information system is an integrated mix of people, hardware, software, communications networks, and data resources that gather, process, and disseminate information to an organization. A system, in contrast, is a group of interrelated components forming a processing unit. Systems have three basic functions, input, processing, and output. Other characteristics include feedback and control. Depending on the system interface, the system can be open to interact with other systems in the environment, closed with self-interaction, or adaptive in order to survive. Module 1 introduces how information systems and technology have radically changed business.
This class uses the e-textbook Information Systems: A Harnessing Guide to Information Technology from FlatWorld Knowledge as well as supplementary materials from Laudon and Laudon Essentials of MIS from Pearson Education online, companion website. You can access Gallaugher’s e-textbook through internal course links.
Required Readings
Gallaugher, J. (2012). Information Systems: A Harnessing Guide to Information Technology. FlatWorld Knowledge. E-textbook Chapter 1.
Gallaugher, J. (2012). Information Systems: A Harnessing Guide to Information Technology. Chapter 1. [PowerPoint slides].
Laudon, K., & Laudon, J. (2012). Essentials of MIS. (10th Ed.). Learning Track 1: Systems from a Functional Perspective. Retrieved from
http://wps.prenhall.com/wps/media/objects/14071/14409392/Learning_Tracks/Ess10_CH02_LT1_Systems_Funct_Perspective.pdf
IBM. (2011, November 3). IBM turns change into opportunity in North Carolina. Smarter data centers. [Video File]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EwipuAZoUvo
Case Assignment
Based on the assigned materials, write a paper answering the following questions.
How can an IT system initially help a company advance, but later become a requirement for that business to stay competitive?
Case Assignment Expectations
Your paper should be short (3-4 pages, not including cover sheet and references) and to the point. It is to be structured as a point/counterpoint argument, in the following manner.
You are expected to:
•Begin this paper by stating your position on these questions clearly and concisely
•Cite appropriate sources and answer questions directly. Be sure to make the most effective case you can. Then present the best evidence you can, again citing three appropriate outside sources.
You will be particularly assessed on:
•Your ability to see what the module is all about and to structure your paper accordingly.
•Your informed commentary and analysis — simply repeating what your sources say does not constitute an adequate paper.
•Your ability to apply the professional language and terminology of systems design and analysis correctly and in context; you are expected to be familiar with this language and use it appropriately.
Your effective and appropriate use of in-text citations to the assigned readings and other source material to support your arguments. Refer to the TUI Course Guidelines and or the Purdue University APA formatting and style guide (see optional readings for Module 1) for the proper formats
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