MIS (Management Information Systems)

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  • Created on: 08-02-16 16:41
What is the definition of MIS
Systems that convert data from internal or external sources into information to be used by managers are called Management Information Systems (MIS). Management Information Systems are organised collections of people, procedures and resources designed
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Examples where MIS may be used.
A chief executive of a Supermarket may extract financial information about each supermarket in the chain to identify those making the least profits.
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A feature of an effective MIS
Accuraccy of Data
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Why may an MIS fail?
Key personnel leaving
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Which is not a way MIS are different from data processing systems
MIS do not produce information where timing is critical and DPS carry out routine tasks.
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Examples where MIS may be used.

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A chief executive of a Supermarket may extract financial information about each supermarket in the chain to identify those making the least profits.

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Why may an MIS fail?

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Which is not a way MIS are different from data processing systems

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