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IS Report
IS Report
Prepared By:
Abdulaziz Ibrahim Othman
Bnar Haji Naby
Supervised By:
Mrs.Areen Hamad
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Contents
Introduction.................................................................................................................................................3
what is an information system....................................................................................................................3
Types of Information Systems in an Organization.......................................................................................4
What is a computerized information system?.............................................................................................5
Conclusion...................................................................................................................................................6
References...................................................................................................................................................7
Introduction
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Information system. An integrated set of components for collecting, storing and processing data
and delivering information, knowledge and digital products. Trading companies and other
organizations rely on information systems to run and manage their operations, interact with
customers and suppliers, and compete in the marketplace. Information systems are used to
operate inter-organizational supply chains and electronic marketplaces. For example, businesses
use information systems to process financial accounts, manage human resources, and reach
potential customers with online promotions. Many large companies are built entirely around
information systems. These include eBay, which is primarily an auction marketplace. Amazon, a
growing e-shopping center and provider of cloud computing services. Alibaba, a business-to-
business electronic marketplace. Google is a search engine company that derives most of its
revenue from keyword advertising in Internet searches. Governments use information systems to
provide cost-effective services to their citizens. Digital goods such as e-books, video products,
software, and online services such as games and social networks are provided with information
systems. Individuals generally rely on Internet-based information systems for much of their
personal lives.
For socializing, studying, shopping, banking and entertainment.
Components that collect (or obtain), process, store, and distribute information
It also helps managers and workers analyze problems and visualize complexities
Her three activities in the information system generate information such as:
Create new products and services. These activities are inputs, processing, will output Input captures or
collects raw data in your organization
For the person who uses it or the activity in which it is used. information
The system also needs feedback. This is the output that is fed back in place.
A member of the organization will assist in evaluating or correcting the input stage.
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Types of Information Systems in an Organization
Successful organizations, large and small, use available technology to manage their business activities
and make decisions. They use information systems to collect data and process it according to the needs
of analysts, managers or business owners. Businesses are using a variety of information systems to
communicate with customers and partners, reduce costs and generate revenue, thereby working more
efficiently.
performs the data collection, storage, processing, and output functions of a company's core operations.
A TPS information system collects data from user input and produces output based on the collected
data. An example of a TPS system is an online airline reservation system An example of a TPS system is
an online airline reservation system In such a system, the traveler selects her flight schedule and
preferred seat (input), the system updates the list of available seats, and removes the seat selected by
the traveler (process). A copy (output) of the invoice and ticket is then created.
Business Intelligence (BIS) systems can be complex as they identify, extract, and analyze data for a
variety of operational needs, especially for decision-making purposes. BIS information systems can
provide analytics that predict future sales patterns, summarize current costs, and forecast sales revenue.
1. Human Resources:
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(end user and IS specialists, system analysts,
2. Hardware:
3. software:
4. Schedule:
5. Network:
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technology. The basic strategic question is, "If someone can copy my technology and they can
compete with me with a click, how can I compete?" Recognizing key competitive advantages
helps managers identify company opportunities and weaknesses and formulate strategies..
Conclusion
References
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