Information Systems Proposal
Information Systems Proposal Joey Del Toro BIS/220 April 29, 2013 University of Phoenix Information Systems Proposal Table of Contents 1. Introduction 2. Table 3. Types of Information Styles 4. Image 5. Benefits and Drawbacks
Information Systems Proposal My business partner and I are starting a small business called Brick & Mortar, Nostalgic Record Store. My business partner does not have much knowledge in information systems or technology. A basic overview of each type of information systems that are available in today’s market can help us choose to grow our business. Show my partner the insights of these information systems, so that he knows what to expect. There are many types of information systems out there that could benefit our business, but there are always drawbacks also from each system. Table Types of System | Function | Example | Functional are IS | Supports the activities within a specific area | System used for payroll | Transaction processing system | Process transaction data from business events | Wal-Mart checkout point-of-sale terminal | Office automation system | Supports daily work activities of individuals and groups | Microsoft Office | Decision support system | Provides access to data and analysis tools | “What-is” analysis to changes in budget |
Information Systems Proposal My business partner and I are starting a small business called Brick & Mortar, Nostalgic Record Store. My business partner does not have much knowledge in information systems or technology. A basic overview of each type of information systems that are available in today’s market can help us choose to grow our business. Show my partner the insights of these information systems, so that he knows what to expect. There are many types of information systems out there that could benefit our business, but there are always drawbacks also from each system. Table Types of System | Function | Example | Functional are IS | Supports the activities within a specific area | System used for payroll | Transaction processing system | Process transaction data from business events | Wal-Mart checkout point-of-sale terminal | Office automation system | Supports daily work activities of individuals and groups | Microsoft Office | Decision support system | Provides access to data and analysis tools | “What-is” analysis to changes in budget |
References: Rainer, R.K. & Cegielski, C. G (2011). Introduction to information systems: Supporting and transforming business (3rd Ed.). Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons.