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EXAMPLES
Overview
Information Systems help companies achieve their
goals.
How do they do it?
1. By processing raw data into information
2. IS can add value to information by enhancing the
11 Attributes of Information
Usability
Relevant
Simple
Flexible
Economical
Delivery
Timely
Accessible
Secure
Quality
Accurate
Verifiable
Complete
Reliable
Information Spectrum
Data processing Information
Information intelligence Knowledge
Knowledge
experience Wisdom
Often confused
My calculator always does multiplication correctly in
information is accurate.
Weather Forecasting
Are weather-persons
reliable,
accurate,
both, or
neither?
access them.
Examples Stories
Water Testing
GE PCB Dredging
1930s stock tips
Fun Article
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