ISDS 351 Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Identify a component of platform as a service (PaaS) in a cloud computing environment. Select one: a. Bluetooth b. A network device c. An operating system d. A virtual machine : c. An operating system _____ allows a service provider organization to own and manage the infrastructure (including computing, networking, and storage devices) with tenant organizations by accessing slices of shared hardware resources via the Internet. Select one: a. Voluntary liquidation b. Public cloud c...

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) : It employs a database of key operational and planning data that can be shared with authorized users across the organization; A well-implemented one will enable rapid consolidation of financial data across multiple organizational units and countries. Goal of ERP : to enable easy access to business data and creating efficient, streamlined work processes; achieved by building a single database that is accessed by multiple software modules Benefits of...

The internet of things : is a network of physical objects embedded with sensors, processors, software, and network connectivity capability to enable them to exchange data with the manufacturer, operator, and other connected devices Net Neutrality : the principle that requires Internet service providers to treat all Internet traffic from various sources in an unbiased manner Private organization : can defeat a privacy claim simply by proving that an employee had been given explicit n...

IT Governance : A framework that ensures that information technology decisions are made while taking into account a business' goals and objectives. Why is corporate governance important today corporate governance importance: : Mainly because of many scandals we have seen today corporate governance : is the set of processes, customs, rules, procedures, policies, and traditions that determine how to direct and control management activities Who are responsible for governance : an organ...

A dependency pertains to the sequencing of project activities or tasks. : True After defining project activities, the next step in project time management is developing the schedule. : False A(n) ...... for a project is the series of activities that determine the earliest time by which the project can be completed. : Critical Path In a critical path analysis, the shortest path is what drives the completion date for the project. : False In a Gantt Chart, thick black bars represent m...

hardware or software that allow people to follow a process : information systems Five Component Model : people process data software hardware what does information systems do? : move work away from people and into technology why must leaders understand IT? : -SWOT analysis -prioritize problems and evaluate solutions -create the right policies (governance) 2 | P a g e -making sure initiation of IT projects are being supported and evaluated -gains in productivity -gains competitiv...

A business continuity plan is to be implemented after the occurrence of an interruption in a service. : FALSE A __ defines the people and procedures required to ensure timely and orderly resumption of an organization's essential, time sensitive processes with minimal interruption. : business continuity plan A __ is a tool used in quality management. : CHECKLIST A common ___ is reporting performance, where project stakeholders can identify any necessary changes that may be required...

1. The critical path on a project can change as the project progresses. : True 2. On a project is a significant event that normally has no duration:, : Milestone 3. The ______ for an activity is the latest possible time an activity might begin without delaying the project finish date., : Late Start Date 5. _____ involves the exchange of money for goods and services over electronic networks. : E commerce 6. An online tool designed to facilitate the submission of requests for quotation...

Why do managers need to understand IT? : - Frame opportunities and threats for others to understand - Prioritize problems and evaluate solutions - Define IT policies that best meet organizational needs - make many decisions when implementing a new IT solution - gains in productivity - sustainable competitive advantage can be achieved from info gained through IT What is Information Technology? : - All tools that capture, store, process, exchange, and use information - Includes: - Comp...

What type of management includes the processes required to ensure that a project team completes a project within an approved budget? : project cost management What does the process of controlling costs primarily involve? : managing changes to the project budget Which costs are difficult to measure in monetary terms? : Intangible costs Which statement is true regarding indirect costs? : not directly related to the products or services of a project. Which statement is true of contingency...