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Foundations of

Information Systems
By Dr Tendani Chimboza
Learning Outcomes

Explain List and describe the


Define Information the characteristics and components of
Systems functions of Information Information Systems (the
Systems valu of information)

Understand the role of


The role of information
Information systems in
and communication
Business and other
technologies in Society
organisations
Introducing INF1002
• Course consists of Theory and Practicals
• Theory introduces to fundamental concept of Informations
Systems
• The practical component includes Microsoft Excel & Python
Programming
• The courses is assessed through practical tests, MCQs,
assignments, group projects (Web development & Python) and
one exam sitting
• In addition to lecturers, you will have to attend tutorials
• We will have project specific hotseats where tutors will assist
you with your group projects
• IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU OBTAIN 65% AS YOUR FINAL MARK
IF YOU WISH TO PROCEED WITH INFFORMATION SYSTEMS AS
A MAJOR
INF1002 Assessment schedule
Defining Information Systems
• An information system is a set of interconnected
components that work together to collect, process,
store, and disseminate information to support decision-
making.
• Information refers to processed and organized data
that holds meaning and relevance for the users or
decision-makers within an organization.
• A system is a collection of elements that connect to
accomplish a goal.
• Systems have inputs, processing mechanisms, outputs
and feedback.
Key concepts of defining Information systems

Data is a term used to mean values


or details from which information is Information is data that is processed
established. Data are raw symbols and converted into meaningful facts
that lack any real meaning on their by combining related data.
own.

Business Intelligence (BI) is


information collected from multiple
Knowledge is when information is
sources such as suppliers, customers,
applied to some decision or action.
or competitors and then used for
strategic decision making.
Understanding Information systems in
business

Food industry
Knowledge is when information is applied to
working well??
some decision or action. Despite the people
loving the food, the business still did not work
Introduces a new concept of ordering food .
online while onsite. Data is used to determine
feasibility. Like market profitability even after
Uber Eats. Information assists in the creating the
makeup of the store & app user interface. People
already know how to use APPs to order food.
Explain the characteristics and functions of
Information Systems
Economical: The cost
Completeness:
invested in gathering
Accessibility: Easy to find Accuracy: Information Information must be
and producing
and use should be free of error. complete – it must be
information must be
free from missing details
worth.

Flexible: Must be usable Relevancy: Information Security: Information


Reliability: Must come
by multiple users for should be appropriate must be safe from
from a reliable source
various functions. For and connected to its use unauthorised access and
and be trustworthy
example, the or user. manipulation

Simplicity: Information Timely: Must be Verifiable: Pertains to


must be free from available at the right correctness of the
ambiguity time. information
Functions of Information Systems
List and describe the components of Information
Systems (the valu of information)
Understand the role of Information systems in
Business and other organisations
• Transaction Processing Systems (TPS)
• Enterprise resources planning systems (ERPs)
• Accounting Systems
• Customer relationship management (CRM) systems
• Registration systems
• Learning Management Systems (LMS)
The role of information and communication
technologies in Society
• Keeping in touch
• Sharing content
• Collaborating
• Reviewing products & services for buying
and selling purposes
• Participating in virtual worlds
• Looking for economic opportunities
(business or employment)
The end
Thank you, any questions

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