What is an Information System?
• An Information System:
Collects data, Processes data, Stores data
• • Provides useful information
• Purpose: Help people do their jobs better
Three Dimensions of IS
Information Systems consist of:
• Organization, Management, Technology
Organization Dimension
• Includes:
• People, Business processes, Rules & procedures
• Example: Enrollment or attendance system
Management Dimension
• Managers use IS to:
•Make decisions, Monitor performance, Plan ahead
• Example: Sales or attendance reports
Technology Dimension
• Includes:
•Hardware, Software, Databases, Networks
• Technology alone is NOT IS
Putting It Together
• IS works only when:
• People + Processes + Technology work together
Why IS is Important
• IS helps businesses:
• Work faster, Reduce errors, Improve decisions, Stay competitive
Complementary Assets
• Success requires:
•Trained people, New processes, Good management, Not just buying technology
Real-Life Analogy
• IS is like a motorcycle:
• • Technology = Motorcycle
• • People = Driver
• • Process = Traffic rules