class 1 Flashcards
What is an information system?
an information system is a group of components that interact to produce information.
5 fundamental components: hardware, software, data, people, and procedures.
combines people and procedures to make technology work for businesses.
What is MIS?
MIS = Management Information Systems
MIS is the development and use of information systems to help businesses achieve goals and objectives.
Key terms: Development and use, Information systems, Business goals, and objectives.
How is IS different than IT?
An information system (IS) is a system of hardware, software, data, procedures, and people that produce information.
Information Technology (IT) represents the raw technology components of IS. Hardware, Software, Data structure, and components.
IT Within IS
IT alone cannot help an organization achieve its goals. IT must be embedded into an IS to help accomplish objectives. Technology must be combined with people and procedures to be useful.
