Dewey Decimal658.4038011
Table Of ContentPreface Plan of the book About the authors Authors' acknowledgements Publisher's acknowledgements PART 1 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS Chapter 1 Basic concepts - understanding information Chapter 2 Basic concepts: an introduction to business information systems Chapter 3 Hardware and software Chapter 4 Databases and analytics Chapter 5 Networks, telecommunications and the Internet Chapter 6 Enterprise and functional BIS PART 2 BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT Chapter 7 An introduction to acquiring and developing BIS Chapter 8 Initiating systems development Chapter 9 BIS project management Chapter 10 Systems analysis Chapter 11 Systems design Chapter 12 System build, implementation and maintenance: change management PART 3 BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT Chapter 13 Information systems strategy Chapter 14 Information systems management Chapter 15 Managing information security Chapter 16 End-user computing - providing end-user services Chapter 17 Ethical, legal and moral constraints on information systems Glossary Index
SynopsisSupport your students' learning with the ultimate textbook on Business Information Systems. Business Information Systems, 6th edition, is the ideal introductory guide, thoroughly updated with new business examples and case studies, to support your students' learning and understanding of the impact of IS in today's business environment., The ultimate textbook in Business Information Systems for future Managers Business Information Systems: Technology, Development and Management for the Modern Business, 6th Edition by Bocij, Greasley, and Hickie is a leading text that will help you understand the relevance and impact of information systems in today's business environment. Written in a language that is easy to follow, this text does not assume any prior knowledge of IS or ICT and is ideal for students attending courses related to Business Information Systems and Management Information Systems at an Undergraduate or Postgraduate level. Starting from basic concepts this book provides a comprehensive and accessible guide to: understanding the technology of Business Information Systems choosing the right Information System for an organisation developing and managing an efficient Business Information System employing information systems strategically to achieve organisational goals Taking a problem-solving approach, this thoroughly revised edition defines new concepts and studies the theory of information systems according to the most recent business and technological advances, covering contemporary key topics such as: Big Data Analytics Cloud Computing Industry 4.0 Internet of Things With new business examples, case studies, and web links fully integrated throughout, this must-have guide will provide you with all the tools you need to understand the opportunities and benefits Information Systems bring to an organisation and successfully run a business., In order to run a successful business, today's manager needs to combine business skills with an understanding of information systems and the opportunities and benefits that they bring to an organisation. Starting from basic concepts, this book provides a comprehensive and accessible guide to: understanding the technology of business information systems; choosing the right information system for an organisation; developing and managing an efficient business information system; employing information systems strategically to achieve organisational goals. Taking a problem-solving approach, Business Information Systems looks at information systems theory within the context of the most recent business and technological advances. This thoroughly revised new edition has updated and expanded coverage of contemporary key topics such as: Big Data Analytics Cloud Computing Industry 4.0 Internet of Things Business Information Systems does not assume any prior knowledge of IS or ICT, and new concepts are simply defined. New business examples, case studies and web links are fully integrated throughout, illustrating the relevance and impact of information systems in today's business environment. This book is ideal for students on any courses related to business information systems or management information systems at undergraduate or postgraduate level.
LC Classification NumberHF54.56.B63 2018