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