Question 1

Users should be involved in the information system's design.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The difference between a MIS and DSS is that a decision maker can interact directly with a DSS.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Match the options below with the correct phrase:
-information technology

Accepted Answer

A) the electronic linking of two or more computers 
B) software that stores the knowledge of a group of authorities for access by nonexperts faced with the need to make topic-related decisions 
C) a formal collection of processes designed to serve the specific information needs of all decision makers 
D) allows groups focusing on a problem to interact with one another 
E) top-level management uses this system to forecast and plan
F)a computer procedure in which data are collected over time and entered into databases according to prescribed policies and procedures
G)a complex set of instructions that manage the operation of a computer and its application programs
H)useful data
I)manual and electronic means for creating and handling intellectual capital
J)collection of technologies to operate offices efficiently
K)merging of a company's human and technical knowledge assets
L)data expressed as a string of 0's and 1's
M)data are collected over time and entered into databases
N)integrates multiple data sources and ties together the processes
O)enables an organizaiton to share intellectual capital 
A) the electronic linking of two or more computers 
B) software that stores the knowledge of a group of authorities for access by nonexperts faced with the need to make topic-related decisions 
C) a formal collection of processes designed to serve the specific information needs of all decision makers 
D) allows groups focusing on a problem to interact with one another 
E) top-level management uses this system to forecast and plan
F)a computer procedure in which data are collected over time and entered into databases according to prescribed policies and procedures
G)a complex set of instructions that manage the operation of a computer and its application programs
H)useful data
I)manual and electronic means for creating and handling intellectual capital
J)collection of technologies to operate offices efficiently
K)merging of a company's human and technical knowledge assets
L)data expressed as a string of 0's and 1's
M)data are collected over time and entered into databases
N)integrates multiple data sources and ties together the processes
O)enables an organizaiton to share intellectual capital

Question 4

Match the options below with the correct phrase:
-enterprise resource planning system

Accepted Answer

A) the electronic linking of two or more computers 
B) software that stores the knowledge of a group of authorities for access by nonexperts faced with the need to make topic-related decisions 
C) a formal collection of processes designed to serve the specific information needs of all decision makers 
D) allows groups focusing on a problem to interact with one another 
E) top-level management uses this system to forecast and plan
F)a computer procedure in which data are collected over time and entered into databases according to prescribed policies and procedures
G)a complex set of instructions that manage the operation of a computer and its application programs
H)useful data
I)manual and electronic means for creating and handling intellectual capital
J)collection of technologies to operate offices efficiently
K)merging of a company's human and technical knowledge assets
L)data expressed as a string of 0's and 1's
M)data are collected over time and entered into databases
N)integrates multiple data sources and ties together the processes
O)enables an organizaiton to share intellectual capital 
A) the electronic linking of two or more computers 
B) software that stores the knowledge of a group of authorities for access by nonexperts faced with the need to make topic-related decisions 
C) a formal collection of processes designed to serve the specific information needs of all decision makers 
D) allows groups focusing on a problem to interact with one another 
E) top-level management uses this system to forecast and plan
F)a computer procedure in which data are collected over time and entered into databases according to prescribed policies and procedures
G)a complex set of instructions that manage the operation of a computer and its application programs
H)useful data
I)manual and electronic means for creating and handling intellectual capital
J)collection of technologies to operate offices efficiently
K)merging of a company's human and technical knowledge assets
L)data expressed as a string of 0's and 1's
M)data are collected over time and entered into databases
N)integrates multiple data sources and ties together the processes
O)enables an organizaiton to share intellectual capital

Question 5

A decentralized CIS's primary function is to assist other units of the organization to function in a more effective and efficient manner.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

If you sent an Internet message to another student in a foreign country your message would travel via ____________.

Accepted Answer

A) WANs 
B) DSS 
C) GDSS 
D) AI 
A) WANs 
B) DSS 
C) GDSS 
D) AI

Question 7

Open-book management is essential if an organization's intellectual capital is to deliver its maximum potential.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Information supplied to managers is data that has been ____________.

Accepted Answer

A) collected or obtained 
B) provided 
C) encouraged 
D) organized 
A) collected or obtained 
B) provided 
C) encouraged 
D) organized

Question 9

A management information system (MIS)is a formal collection of processes that provides managers with the quality of information they need to:

Accepted Answer

A) solve problems 
B) implement change. 
C) create efficient working environments. 
D) all of the above. 
A) solve problems 
B) implement change. 
C) create efficient working environments. 
D) all of the above.

Question 10

Service improvement is the number one reason as to why businesses outsource.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Computers and the Internet make the process of __________ easier.

Accepted Answer

A) decision making 
B) gathering intelligence 
C) forecasting 
D) gathering information 
A) decision making 
B) gathering intelligence 
C) forecasting 
D) gathering information

Question 12

Decision support systems (DSS)are tailored to large volumes of data.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

When management implements a computerized information system (CIS),this new endeavor is analogous to change;i.e. ,many individuals will:

Accepted Answer

A) relate to it. 
B) endorse it. 
C) compromise. 
D) resist. 
A) relate to it. 
B) endorse it. 
C) compromise. 
D) resist.

Question 14

____________ managers,in particular,need timely information about units produced,schedules,quality,and productivity gains.

Accepted Answer

A) Accounting 
B) Production 
C) Personnel 
D) Finance 
A) Accounting 
B) Production 
C) Personnel 
D) Finance

Question 15

An information system enables an organization to:

Accepted Answer

A) share intellectual capital 
B) create intellectual capital 
C) exploit employee ideas 
D) network computers 
A) share intellectual capital 
B) create intellectual capital 
C) exploit employee ideas 
D) network computers

Question 16

Complete information contains all the facts that a manager needs to make decisions and solve problems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Most CISs are build around transactional processing to yield the best results.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Bank automated-teller machines (ATMs)use transactional processing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Information gives managers the data they need to create forecasts and strategic plans,but not operational plans.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Match the options below with the correct phrase:
-expert system

Accepted Answer

A) the electronic linking of two or more computers 
B) software that stores the knowledge of a group of authorities for access by nonexperts faced with the need to make topic-related decisions 
C) a formal collection of processes designed to serve the specific information needs of all decision makers 
D) allows groups focusing on a problem to interact with one another 
E) top-level management uses this system to forecast and plan
F)a computer procedure in which data are collected over time and entered into databases according to prescribed policies and procedures
G)a complex set of instructions that manage the operation of a computer and its application programs
H)useful data
I)manual and electronic means for creating and handling intellectual capital
J)collection of technologies to operate offices efficiently
K)merging of a company's human and technical knowledge assets
L)data expressed as a string of 0's and 1's
M)data are collected over time and entered into databases
N)integrates multiple data sources and ties together the processes
O)enables an organizaiton to share intellectual capital 
A) the electronic linking of two or more computers 
B) software that stores the knowledge of a group of authorities for access by nonexperts faced with the need to make topic-related decisions 
C) a formal collection of processes designed to serve the specific information needs of all decision makers 
D) allows groups focusing on a problem to interact with one another 
E) top-level management uses this system to forecast and plan
F)a computer procedure in which data are collected over time and entered into databases according to prescribed policies and procedures
G)a complex set of instructions that manage the operation of a computer and its application programs
H)useful data
I)manual and electronic means for creating and handling intellectual capital
J)collection of technologies to operate offices efficiently
K)merging of a company's human and technical knowledge assets
L)data expressed as a string of 0's and 1's
M)data are collected over time and entered into databases
N)integrates multiple data sources and ties together the processes
O)enables an organizaiton to share intellectual capital

Users should be involved in the information system's design.

The difference between a MIS and DSS is that a decision maker can interact directly with a DSS.

Match the options below with the correct phrase: -information technology

Match the options below with the correct phrase: -enterprise resource planning system

A decentralized CIS's primary function is to assist other units of the organization to function in a more effective and efficient manner.

If you sent an Internet message to another student in a foreign country your message would travel via ____________.

Open-book management is essential if an organization's intellectual capital is to deliver its maximum potential.

Information supplied to managers is data that has been ____________.

A management information system (MIS)is a formal collection of processes that provides managers with the quality of information they need to:

Service improvement is the number one reason as to why businesses outsource.

Computers and the Internet make the process of __________ easier.

Decision support systems (DSS)are tailored to large volumes of data.

When management implements a computerized information system (CIS),this new endeavor is analogous to change;i.e. ,many individuals will:

____________ managers,in particular,need timely information about units produced,schedules,quality,and productivity gains.

An information system enables an organization to:

Complete information contains all the facts that a manager needs to make decisions and solve problems.

Most CISs are build around transactional processing to yield the best results.

Bank automated-teller machines (ATMs)use transactional processing.

Information gives managers the data they need to create forecasts and strategic plans,but not operational plans.

Match the options below with the correct phrase: -expert system

Management: An Overview

Management Thought: Past and Present

The Managers Environment

Planning and Strategy

Managements Commitments to Quality and Productivity

Making Decisions

Organizing Principles

Organizational Design, Culture, and Change

Management Ethics and Social Responsibility

Staffing the Workforce

Communication: Interpersonal and Organizational

Human Motivation

Leadership

Team Management and Conflict

Control: Purpose, Process, and Techniques

Filters

Exam 15: Information Management Systems

Users should be involved in the information system's design.

The difference between a MIS and DSS is that a decision maker can interact directly with a DSS.

Match the options below with the correct phrase: -information technology

Match the options below with the correct phrase: -enterprise resource planning system

A decentralized CIS's primary function is to assist other units of the organization to function in a more effective and efficient manner.

If you sent an Internet message to another student in a foreign country your message would travel via ____________.

Open-book management is essential if an organization's intellectual capital is to deliver its maximum potential.

Information supplied to managers is data that has been ____________.

A management information system (MIS)is a formal collection of processes that provides managers with the quality of information they need to:

Service improvement is the number one reason as to why businesses outsource.

Computers and the Internet make the process of __________ easier.

Decision support systems (DSS)are tailored to large volumes of data.

When management implements a computerized information system (CIS),this new endeavor is analogous to change;i.e. ,many individuals will:

____________ managers,in particular,need timely information about units produced,schedules,quality,and productivity gains.

An information system enables an organization to:

Complete information contains all the facts that a manager needs to make decisions and solve problems.

Most CISs are build around transactional processing to yield the best results.

Bank automated-teller machines (ATMs)use transactional processing.

Information gives managers the data they need to create forecasts and strategic plans,but not operational plans.

Match the options below with the correct phrase: -expert system

Management: An Overview

Management Thought: Past and Present

The Managers Environment

Planning and Strategy

Managements Commitments to Quality and Productivity

Making Decisions

Organizing Principles

Organizational Design, Culture, and Change

Management Ethics and Social Responsibility

Staffing the Workforce

Communication: Interpersonal and Organizational

Human Motivation

Leadership

Team Management and Conflict

Control: Purpose, Process, and Techniques

Filters