Information Systems & Technology Flashcards

Which type of information system is primarily designed to support structured, repetitive transactions at the operational level of an organization?

Answer: Transaction Processing System

Transaction Processing Systems (TPS) handle the day-to-day routine transactions that keep a business running, such as payroll, order entry, and inventory updates.

In information systems, what does the term 'data warehouse' primarily refer to?

Answer: A subject-oriented, integrated repository designed for reporting and analysis

A data warehouse is a subject-oriented, integrated, time-variant, and non-volatile collection of data designed to support management decision-making.

What is the primary purpose of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system?

Answer: To integrate core business processes across departments into a single unified system

ERP systems integrate business functions such as finance, HR, supply chain, and manufacturing into one unified platform to streamline operations.

Which of the following best describes a Management Information System (MIS)?

Answer: A system that provides managers with structured reports to support routine decision-making

MIS generates structured, periodic reports from TPS data to help middle managers monitor performance and make routine operational decisions.

What does 'system integration' mean in the context of information management?

Answer: Connecting disparate systems so they can share data and function cohesively

System integration is the process of linking different IT systems, services, and software to work as a coordinated, unified infrastructure.

Which technology layer in an information system is responsible for storing and retrieving structured data?

Answer: Data layer

The data layer (also called the data tier or persistence layer) manages database storage, retrieval, and management of structured organizational data.