Introduction to Business Chapter 16 Computer Applications.ppt

Introduction to Business Chapter 16 Computer Applications Essential Question: What applications are used in small-business? Objectives: Business Environment (C): Students will understand the development and structure of business environments. They will demonstrate competency by identifying the dynamic components of business structure and its relationship to the global business environment. 1.2.8 Interrelationships of Business Operations–discuss the interrelationships between different business lines as they relate to finance, tax, operations, human resources, marketing, production, management, and the legal environment.. Chapter Objectives Describe the purpose of management information systems. Explain the benefits of word processing software and desktop publishing. Identify uses of database and spreadsheet software. Explore uses of technology in retailing, public service, education and home offices. Management Information Systems p. 211 Management Information Systems (MIS). --An organized system of processing and reporting information for an organization and its leaders. Components of a Management Information System. --financial information. --production and inventory information. --marketing information. --human resource information. Data sources. --External data sources-financial institutions, government agencies, and customers. --Internal data sources-accounting, inventory, sales. Management Information Systems p. 211 MIS in action. --Gives users the ability to send information electronically rather than by hard copy. --Allows information to be sent quickly through a company intranet or the internet. Electronic Mail (e-mail). --Identify information needs of an organization. --Obtain facts, figures, and other data. --Process, analyze, and organize data in a useful manner. --Distribute information reports to those who make decisions. --Update data files as needed. Word Processing Software p. 212 Benefits of Word Processing. --Us