Plan Knowledge Area

Module A, Plan, looks at organisations and their use of IT, both as an enabler for effective Information Systems and as a platform for innovation. The module requires the candidate to have thorough understanding of organisations, their strategies and their business processes, as well as the global trends and opportunities which are involved. The candidate shall recognise the main issues related to the management of IT, such as selecting the appropriate technology, or choosing between in-house systems development or outsourcing. The candidate shall also be able to justify IT investments and know about some of the legal and ethical aspects of IT. He / She shall be aware of the requirement for a professional approach to project management and quality assurance. The candidate shall also appreciate the importance of team building and effective communication when presenting the case for change within the organisation.

Tuesday, September 16, 2008

A.1.2 The Role of IT in Information Processing within an Organisation

A.1.2.1
Differentiate between data and information

Definitions:
  1. Data is a computers form of information. It is simply endless lists of information. This means it is raw and unprocessed and therfore meaningless to us.

  2. Information is data that has been processed for use.

A.1.2.2


Show, using diagrams, information processing models


Definitions:

  1. Information processing is the change (processing) of information in any manner detectable by an observer.


A.1.2.3

Classify the layers of information processing within an organization
A.1.2.4

Describe the decision flow within these layers
A.1.2.5

Describe the role of IT in supporting Information Systems within an organisation

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