Introduction to Information Systems

R. Kelly Rainer, Brad Prince

• Publisher: Wiley
• Year: 2022
• Print ISBN: 9781119859932
• eBook ISBN: 9781119860013
• Edition: 9
• Topic: Computer Science
• Subtopic: Information Technology
• Index: Computer Science

Introduction to Information Systems, 9th Edition delivers an essential resource for undergraduate business majors seeking ways to harness information technology systems to succeed in their current or future jobs. The book assists readers in developing a foundational understanding of information systems and technology and apply it to common business problems.

This International Adaptation covers applications of the latest technologies with the addition of new cases from Europe, Middle East, Africa, Australia, and Asia-Pacific countries. It focuses on global business environment for students to understand the norms of using technology while operating on online platforms for exploring new avenues in different geographical locations. The book includes real business scenarios of how latest technologies such as Big Data, Cloud Computing, Blockchain, and IoT are perceived and adopted across countries. New cases highlight key technology issues faced by organizations such as designing and implementing IT security policies, dealing with ethical dilemma of securing customer data, moving IT infrastructure to cloud, and identifying how AI can be used to improve the efficiency of business operations.

Table of contents

• Cover
• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Preface
• Brief Contents
• Contents
• Chapter 1. Introduction to Information Systems
• Chapter 2. Organizational Strategy, Competitive Advantage, and Information Systems
• Chapter 3. Ethics and Privacy
• Chapter 4. Information Security
• Chapter 5. Data and Knowledge Management
• Chapter 6. Telecommunications and Networking
• Chapter 7. E-Business and E-Commerce
• Chapter 8. Wireless, Mobile Computing, and Mobile Commerce
• Chapter 9. Social Computing
• Chapter 10. Information Systems within the Organization
• Chapter 11. Customer Relationship Management and Supply Chain Management
• Chapter 12. Business Analytics
• Chapter 13. Acquiring Information Systems and Applications
• Chapter 14. Artificial Intelligence
• Technology Guide 1. Hardware
• Technology Guide 2. Software
• Technology Guide 3. Cloud Computing
• Appendix. Apply the Concept Activities
• Company Index
• Subject Index
• EULA