ITC 4453 Unit I Assessment
phibbs1987Question 1
According to Porter’s value chain model, the activities conducted in any manufacturing organization can be divided into two parts. What are they? Explain each in your own words. Use CSU Online Library or your favorite search engine to find more information. Your response should be at least 200 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.
Question 2
Information systems are one of the key functions that help businesses and organizations to be successful. Define information systems, and explain in your own words the basic functions of an information system. What are basic components of an information system, explain? Your response should be at least 200 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.
Question 3
To enhance business opportunities, many businesses use global sourcing to search for material and resources and logistics to manage material and information flows. Describe how a company like Wal Mart supply chain adopts IT and information systems to enhance its business opportunities. Your response should be at least 200 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.
Question 4
References:
Turban, E. & Volonino, L. (2011). Information Technology For Management: Improving Strategic and Operational Performance. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.