Principles of Information Systems

by Ralph Stair, George Reynolds

Overview

Understand core principles of information systems (IS) with Stair/Perew/Vance's PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS, 15th Edition. New chapter opening cases and a chapter on AI and automation is provided. Explore challenges of cybercrime, hacking, internet of things and AI and examine IS research using examples. Increase employability using IS to create a competitive advantage and transform organizations. Study big data, business intelligence, cloud computing, e-commerce, enterprise systems, mobile computing, strategic planning and systems development. A business-first approach helps create an information system strategy aligned with business objectives. Since students come from multiple disciplines and information systems, the business context must be established. ConceptClip videos and You Make the Decision interactive cases in the MindTap digital resources help you succeed.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781305971776
Publisher:	Cengage Learning
Publication date:	01/01/2017
Series:	MindTap Course List
Edition description:	Older Edition
Pages:	752
Product dimensions:	8.70(w) x 11.00(h) x 1.20(d)

About the Author

Ralph Stair has taught information systems at many universities throughout his academic career, including Florida State University, the University of New Orleans, the University of Washington and the University of Oregon. He earned 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. A well-respected author, esteemed researcher and leading educator, he has published numerous articles and popular textbooks, including Succeeding with Technology, Programming in Basic, and more.

George Reynolds taught information systems at the University of Cincinnati, Xavier University (Ohio), Miami University (Ohio), the College of Mount St. Joseph, and Strayer University. Professor Reynolds authored more than two dozen popular textbooks addressing various aspects of today’s information technology and business.

Table of Contents

1. An Introduction to Information Systems. 2. Information Systems in Organizations. 3. Hardware: Input, Processing, Output, and Storage Devices. 4. Software: Systems and Application Software. 5. Database Systems and Applications. 6. Telecommunications and Networks. 7. The Internet, Web, Intranets, and Extranets. 8. Electronic and Mobile Commerce. 9. Enterprise Systems. 10. Information and Decision Support Systems. 11. Knowledge Management and Specialized Information Systems. 12. Systems Development: Investigation and Analysis. 13. Systems Development: Design, Implementation, Maintenance, and Review. 14. The Personal and Social Impact of Computers.