Author Question: What role do information systems play in organizations? Illustrate your answer with examples. ... (Read 82 times)

Yi-Chen · **on:** Jul 7, 2018

What role do information systems play in organizations? Illustrate your answer with examples.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Using HTTP rather than HTTPS will provide an effective safeguard against security threats.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

ky860224 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 7, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Multinational firms, small businesses, nonprofits, governments, volunteer organizations, self-employed entrepreneurs, universities, and other organizations rely on information systems for a host of reasons, and they continue to adapt, expand, and interconnect them to achieve their strategic objectives. These systems play critical roles in several contexts: operations management, customer interactions, decision making, collaboration and teamwork, strategic initiatives and competitive advantage, and individual productivity.
Depending on their missions, organizations also need information systems to manage industry specific operations. For example, manufacturers need systems to manage assembly lines, product quality, production schedules, and just-in-time supply deliveries. Colleges and universities need systems to manage student academic records, class scheduling, faculty assignments, and student financial aid. Transportation companies rely on information systems equipped with GPS to track their fleets, optimize routes, and conserve gas. Companies that buy products from suppliers around the globe need real-time updates on their global supply chains to manage inventories and reduce costs.

Answer to Question 2

FALSE