Ralph Stair, George Reynolds

Fundamentals of Information Systems

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Produktbeschreibung

Equipping you with a solid understanding of the core principles of IS and how it is practiced, the brief FUNDAMENTALS OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS, 8E covers the latest developments from the field and their impact on the rapidly changing role of today's IS professional. A concise nine chapters, this streamlined book includes expansive coverage of mobile solutions, energy and environmental concerns, cloud computing, IS careers, virtual communities, global IS work solutions, and social networking. You learn firsthand how information systems can increase profits and reduce costs as you explore new information on e-commerce and enterprise systems, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, green computing, and other issues reshaping the industry. The book also introduces the challenges and risks of computer crimes, hacking, and cyberterrorism. A long-running example illustrates how technology was used in the design, development, and production of this book. No matter where your career path may lead, FUNDAMENTALS OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS, 8E can help you maximize your success as an employee, a decision maker, and a business leader.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Cengage Learning
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Januar 2015
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781305634268
• ISBN-10: 1305634268
• Artikelnr.: 48957003

Autorenporträt

Dr. Ralph Stair received a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Purdue University, an M.B.A. from Tulane University, and a Ph.D. from the University of Oregon. He has taught at the University of Oregon, the University of Washington, the University of New Orleans, and Florida State University. He has taught several courses through Florida State University's Study Abroad Program in London. Throughout the years, Dr. Stair has focused his teaching and research on information systems. He has endowed the Ralph Stair Prize in Innovative Education at Florida State University. He also provided funding for the Stair-Harkrider scholarship and the Ralph Stair Prize in Academic Improvement at his high school in Wisconsin.

Inhaltsangabe

1. An Introduction to Information Systems in Organizations.2. Hardware and Software.3. Database Systems and Big Data.4. Networks and Cloud Computing.5. Electronic Commerce and Enterprise Systems.6. Business Intelligence and Analytics.7. Knowledge Management and Specialized Information Systems.8. Systems Acquisition and Development.9. The Personal and Social Effects of Computers.