Information Systems
14th Edition
by George Reynolds
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,Principles of Information Systems, 14th Edition
Chapter 1
Information Systems: People, Technology, Processes, and
Structure
At a Glance
Instructor’s Manual Table of Contents
• Overview
• Principles and Objectives
• Teaching Tips
• Quick Quizzes
• Class Discussion Topics
• Additional Projects
• Additional Resources
• Key Terms
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, Principles of Information Systems, 14th Edition
Overview
We live in an information economy, and information systems are embedded in and control many
of the products we use on a daily basis. With this in mind, more and more corporate leaders are
implementing information systems to gain a competitive advantage. Managers have an essential
role in ensuring the successful implementation and adoption of these information systems.
Ultimately, it is imperative that students learn as much as they can about technologies and keep
current. The ability to recognize and capitalize on information system opportunities will make
students a valuable member of any organization and will ultimately advance their careers.
Principles and Objectives
Principles Learning Objectives
Managers have an essential role to play in • Identify two key management
the successful implementation and use of responsibilities in implementing
information systems—that role changes successful information systems.
depending on which type of information
system is being implemented. • State three reasons why
organizations employ the Leavitt’s
Diamond model to introduce new
systems into the workplace.
• Describe four fundamental
information system types based on
their sphere of influence.
• Discuss the traditional and
contemporary view of the role that
information systems play in an
organization’s value chain.
The strategic planning process for the IS • Identify four benefits of creating a
organization and the factors that influence strategic plan.
it depend on how the organization is
perceived by the rest of the organization. • Identify four drivers that help set
the information system
organizational strategy.
• Identify three ways the IS
organization can be perceived by
the rest of the organization, and
how each can influence the IS
strategy.
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