Learning objectives

Management Information Systems
Chapter 1 Information Systems in Global Business Today
Management Information Systems
Chapter 1 Information Systems in Global Business Today
The Role of Information Systems in Business Today
Information Technology Capital Investment
Figure 1-1
Information technology investment, defined as hardware, software, and communications equipment, grew from 32% to 51% between 1980 and 2008. Source: Based on data in U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Economic Analysis, National Income and Product Accounts, 2008.

In the emerging, fully digital firm

• In the emerging, fully digital firm
• Significant business relationships are digitally enabled and mediated
• Core business processes are accomplished through digital networks
• Key corporate assets are managed digitally
• Digital firms offer greater flexibility in organization and management
• Time shifting, space shifting

Management Information Systems
Chapter 1 Information Systems in Global Business Today
The Role of Information Systems in Business Today
Read the Interactive Session and then discuss the following questions:

• What are the advantages of using videoconferencing technologies? What are the disadvantages?
• What is telepresence and what sorts of companies are best suited to use it as a communications tool?
• What kinds of companies could benefit from using videoconferencing? Are there any companies that might not derive any benefits from this technology?

Virtual Meetings: Smart Management
The Role of Information Systems in Business Today
Management Information Systems
Chapter 1 Information Systems in Global Business Today