Business information systems : technology, development and management /
Paul Bocij, Andrew Greasley, Simon Hickie.
- 4th ed.
- Harlow, England ; New York : FT Prentice Hall, 2008.
- xxvi, 710 p. : ill. ; 27 cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Basic concepts -- understanding information -- Basic concepts -- an introduction to business information systems -- Hardware -- Software -- Networks, telecommunications and the Internet -- Enterprise and functional BIS -- An introduction to acquiring and developing BIS -- Initiating systems development -- BIS project management -- Systems analysis -- Systems design -- System build, implementation and maintenance : change management -- Information systems strategy -- Information systems management -- Managing information security -- End-user computing -- providing end-user services -- Ethical, legal and moral constraints on information systems.
"Business Information Systems does not assume any previous knowledge of IS or ICT, and new concepts are simply defined. New business examples, case studies and web links are fully integrated throughout illustrating the relevance and impact of information systems in today's business environment. In addition there are a wealth of questions and exercises both in the book and online at www.pearsoned.co.uk/bis enabling students to test their understanding of key topics and issues." "This book is ideal for students on courses related to Business Information Systems or Management Information Systems at undergraduate or postgraduate level."--Jacket.