CH 12 Flashcards
1
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What are 4 phases of decision making?
A
- Intelligence Phase
- Design Phase
- Choice Phase
- Implementation Phase
2
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What are 3 major components of a Decision Support System (DSS)?
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- a database
- a model base
- a user interface
3
Q
What are 3 benefits of a Decision Support System (DSS)?
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- Increase in the number of alternatives examined
- Fast response to unexpected situations
- Ability to make one-of-a-kind decisions
4
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What are 3 features or characteristics of an executive information systems (EIS)?
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- Tailored to meet management’s information needs
- Retrieves data in a wide range of platforms and data formats
- Provides online status access, trend analysis, and exception reporting
5
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What are 3 capabilities of a typical groupware software?
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- Audio and video conferencing
- Workflow automation
- Automated appointment books
6
Q
What are 3 capabilities of Google Apps for Work as a collaboration platform?
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- voice and video calls
- word processing and spreadsheets
- surveys and questionnaires
7
Q
What are 3 geographic objects used by a typical Geographic Information System (GIS)?
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- Points
- Lines
- Areas
8
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What are 3 applications of Geographic Information System (GIS)?
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- Education planning: Analyzing demographic data toward changing school district boundaries or deciding where to build new schools.
- Urban planning: Tracking changes in ridership on mass-transit systems and analyzing demographic data to determine new voting districts, among many other uses.
- Real estate: Finding properties that meet buyers’ preferences and price ranges, using a combination of census data, multiple listing files, mortgage information, and buyer profiles.
