Management Information System
Times Publishing Group (TPG) is an Asian based media company, providing innovative services and solutions based on core strengths in printing, publishing, distribution and retail. With a global network of 20 international offices, 40 subsidiaries and four associated companies in key cities in South-east Asia, East Asia, Australia, Europe, the UK, and the US, TPG has established itself as a global brand and is committed to providing quality to consumers and business partners.
As one of the most reputable names in the business, TPG continues to push boundaries and provide a wider coverage to reach more customers. The senior management of TPG plans to open more branches.
You have been assigned as the consultant for telecommunication network upgrading project, reporting to a steering committee consisting of senior management. 1. You are to provide a short briefing to the senior management describing how internet works and explain how it provides business value. (6m)
Internet is a world-wide network of computer linked together. No one owns the internet as its interconnected networks are run by service providers, government agencies and more. It is open and independent. The internet can be divided into 2 categories, servers and browsers. Servers are specialized computers which store and share information (data) with other servers, usually for public viewing. Examples of servers are Facebook, Google and Hotmail. Browsers are what users use to access the World Wide Web. Examples of browsers are Google, Yahoo and Mozilla FireFox. The internet increases the accessibility, storage and distribution of knowledge and information and also lowers transaction and agency costs. In a business situation, they are able to reduce operational and marketing costs via advertising in the internet. Via this they are able to gain more recognition and revenue as this spreads the product effectively. 2. Explain any three (3) internet services that would benefit TPG. (6m)
As one of the most reputable names in the business, TPG continues to push boundaries and provide a wider coverage to reach more customers. The senior management of TPG plans to open more branches.
You have been assigned as the consultant for telecommunication network upgrading project, reporting to a steering committee consisting of senior management. 1. You are to provide a short briefing to the senior management describing how internet works and explain how it provides business value. (6m)
Internet is a world-wide network of computer linked together. No one owns the internet as its interconnected networks are run by service providers, government agencies and more. It is open and independent. The internet can be divided into 2 categories, servers and browsers. Servers are specialized computers which store and share information (data) with other servers, usually for public viewing. Examples of servers are Facebook, Google and Hotmail. Browsers are what users use to access the World Wide Web. Examples of browsers are Google, Yahoo and Mozilla FireFox. The internet increases the accessibility, storage and distribution of knowledge and information and also lowers transaction and agency costs. In a business situation, they are able to reduce operational and marketing costs via advertising in the internet. Via this they are able to gain more recognition and revenue as this spreads the product effectively. 2. Explain any three (3) internet services that would benefit TPG. (6m)