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Understanding Databases in Business Applications

Introduction
Databases are fundamental in organizing, managing, and retrieving data, making them
essential in various organizational processes. This paper explores the use of database
products, data processing steps, data storage, and how data is used across company
departments.

1. Understanding Database Products


This section provides an overview of different types of databases (e.g., relational, NoSQL)
and their applications in business environments.

Relational databases, such as SQL-based systems, are highly structured, making them ideal
for transactional data and maintaining consistency across large-scale operations (Author,
Year).

 Sample References:

1. 1. Codd, E. F. (1970). 'A relational model of data for large shared data banks.'
Communications of the ACM.
2. 2. Silberschatz, A., Korth, H., & Sudarshan, S. (2020). Database System Concepts.

2. Describing Data Processing Steps


Data processing includes various stages such as data collection, transformation, storage,
retrieval, and analysis.

Data processing encompasses multiple stages, beginning with data collection, where
information is gathered from various sources and validated (Author, Year).

 Sample References:

3. 1. Date, C. J. (2004). An Introduction to Database Systems.


4. 2. Connolly, T., & Begg, C. (2014). Database Systems: A Practical Approach to Design,
Implementation, and Management.

3. Talking about Data Storage and Devices


This section discusses types of storage (local, cloud, hybrid) and devices used in modern
databases.

Cloud storage solutions have gained popularity for their scalability and cost-effectiveness,
providing businesses with flexible data storage options (Author, Year).

 Sample References:
5. 1. Elmasri, R., & Navathe, S. B. (2015). Fundamentals of Database Systems.
6. 2. Westerman, G. (2014). 'The Digital Advantage: How Digital Leaders Outperform Their
Peers.' MIT Sloan Management Review.

4. Using Data in Company Departments


This section covers how various departments (e.g., marketing, finance, HR) utilize data for
decision-making.

Marketing departments use data analytics to understand consumer behavior, tailoring their
strategies for more effective engagement (Author, Year).

 Sample References:

7. 1. Laudon, K. C., & Laudon, J. P. (2019). Management Information Systems: Managing the
Digital Firm.
8. 2. Davenport, T. H., & Harris, J. G. (2007). Competing on Analytics: The New Science of
Winning.

Conclusion
This paper summarized key insights into the importance of understanding database
products, effectively processing data, storing data reliably, and using data across
departments. Effective database management enhances organizational performance and
decision-making.

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