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Management information systems
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  • 1. Management Information Systems (MIS) is a field that focuses on how businesses use technology to manage information and support decision-making processes. MIS professionals are responsible for designing, implementing, and managing systems that collect, store, and analyze data to help organizations make strategic decisions. These systems can range from basic software applications to complex databases and data warehouses. By utilizing MIS, businesses can improve efficiency, increase productivity, and gain a competitive advantage in today's data-driven marketplace.

    Which type of system is used for capturing, storing, and managing electronic documents?
A) Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
B) Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
C) Document Management System (DMS)
D) Supply Chain Management (SCM)
  • 2. What is the main benefit of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems for businesses?
A) Improved customer satisfaction and loyalty
B) Maximizing shareholder profits
C) Employee monitoring and surveillance
D) Reduced production costs
  • 3. What is the role of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems in organizations?
A) Integrating business functions and processes
B) Monitoring internet usage
C) Offering entertainment to employees
D) Providing physical security
  • 4. How does a System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) contribute to MIS implementation?
A) It ignores system testing
B) It focuses on immediate system shutdowns
C) It provides a structured approach to developing and maintaining information systems
D) It promotes chaos and disorder
  • 5. How do Executive Information Systems (EIS) differ from other information systems?
A) They focus on day-to-day operational tasks
B) They are tailored for top-level executives providing strategic information
C) They do not involve decision-making
D) They are designed for entry-level employees
  • 6. What is the main role of Information Systems Audit in organizations?
A) Ignoring data privacy concerns
B) Evaluating the effectiveness of information systems controls
C) Monitoring employee bathroom breaks
D) Increasing maintenance costs
  • 7. What is the role of a Transaction Processing System (TPS) in an organization?
A) Randomly generating reports
B) Regulating company policies
C) Monitoring employee behavior
D) Capturing and processing transaction data in real-time
  • 8. What is the role of a Geographic Information System (GIS) in an organization?
A) Calculating employee wages
B) Mapping and analyzing spatial data
C) Monitoring employee communication
D) Managing financial transactions
  • 9. How does a Management Information System (MIS) impact organizational efficiency?
A) By increasing employee turnover rates
B) By streamlining processes and providing accurate information
C) By promoting data inaccuracies
D) By creating more administrative hurdles
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