INFO 243 TERM TEST 1 PREP GENERAL AIS CONCEPTS * System – set of interdependent elements that together accomplish specific objectives * subsystem – interrelated parts that have come together‚ or integrated‚ as a single system. * IS/MIS – person made system that consists of an integrated set of computer based and manual components established to collect‚ store and manage data and to provide output info to users (hardware‚ software‚ data‚ procedure‚ people). Provides info for decision
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Overview In 1991‚ after obtaining several patents from processing polymers into high tensile strength plastic substrates‚ Dr. Riordan founded Riordan Manufacturing (University of Phoenix‚ 2003). In 1993‚ Riordan Manufacturing‚ Inc expanded into the production of plastic beverage containers at the organization is first manufacturing plant in Albany‚ GA. Today‚ Riordan Manufacturing has custom plastic parts produced in Pontiac‚ Michigan and plastic fan parts in Hangzhou‚ China in addition to the Albany
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EFFECTIVENESS OF ACCOUNTING INFORMATION SYSTEMS Hossien Sajady Ph.D. Shahid Chamran University Ahvaz‚ I.R of IRAN Mohsen Dastgir Ph.D. Shahid Chamran University Ahvaz‚ I.R of IRAN Hossien Hashem Nejad Post graduate candidate Abstract- In this study the effectiveness of accounting information systems from finance managers of listed companies at Tehran Stock Exchange is evaluated. The results indicate that implementation of the accounting information systems at the companies
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Engineering Flexible Manufacturing System (FMS) Name University Course Instructor Date Engineering Flexible Manufacturing System A. The effectiveness of the FlexSim simulation package in designing and planning the flexible manufacturing system and evaluating its performance FlexSim is one of the most advanced simulation tools used currently in the manufacturing sector (Kumar et al.‚ 2015). The simulation engine is located beneath a number of intuitive controls including drop-down lists‚ drag
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Both involve litigation and the traditional method of dispute resolution is through the judicial system and the non-traditional method is through alternative dispute resolution‚ or ADR. There are advantages and disadvantages to both forms of litigation so it is important to determine which venue is best for the situation and the parties involved. Traditional litigation involves use of the court system‚ formal legal procedures‚ and the decision is made by a judge. Non-traditional litigation involves
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CHAPTER 1 ACCOUNTING INFORMATION SYSTEMS: AN OVERVIEW Learning Objectives: 1. Distinguish between data and information‚ discuss the characteristics of useful information and explain how to determine the value of information 2. Explain what an accounting information system (AIS) is and describe the basic functions it performs. 3. Discuss why studying accounting information systems is important. 4. Explain the role an AIS plays in a company’s value chain and discuss
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Riordan Manufacturing Team Building and Conflict Management Riordan Manufacturing Team Building and Conflict Management MGT/311 Feb. 2‚ 2015 Nicolette Ruise Riordan Manufacturing Team Building and Conflict Management Riordan Manufacturing is working to launch CardiCare Valve heart valves and in doing so is designing a new team to proceed with the product launch. The company is looking to use many current employees along with some new hires to build the team needed to manufacture this new product
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Environment a. Requires auditors obtain sufficient knowledge to assess the attitude and awareness of the organizations management b. Audit planning c. How do you know they are effective – Corporate governance code pg. 13 i. Board of directors should adopt provisions of SOX ii. Separate CEO and chairman – no role duality iii. Establish independent Audit committee iv. Compensation committee v. Nomination Committee 1. Nominate independent directors e. SAS 78 = COSO framework (FILL OUT) f
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Accounting Information Systems Research Paper Abstract The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX) was enacted into law in 2002 in the wake of corporation financial reporting scandals involving large publicly held companies. SOX instituted new strict financial regulations with the intent of improving accounting practices and protecting investors from corporate misconduct. SOX requires corporate executives to vouch for the accuracy of financial statements‚ and to institute
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Should Companies be Held Liable for Attacks on their Accounting Information Systems? If a company has adequate security controls in place then they should not be held liable for losses sustained in a successful attack made on their Accounting Information System (AIS) by outside sources. If a company is negligent about security controls then they should be held liable for losses sustained in a successful attack on their AIS. There are a variety
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