Questions from Accounting Information Systems

Q: Go to any website that sells goods. Examples would be BestBuy

Go to any website that sells goods. Examples would be BestBuy, Staples, and J. Crew. Pretend that you wish to place an order on the site you choose and complete the order screens for your pretend orde...

Q: Describe the ERP’s modular interface that is necessary in a typical manufacturing

Describe the ERP’s modular interface that is necessary in a typical manufacturing environment.

Q: Identify and describe the first generation of ERP systems used in the

Identify and describe the first generation of ERP systems used in the 1970s and the second generation of ERP systems used in the 1980s.

Q: Compare and contrast the functionality of the logistics module and supply chain

Compare and contrast the functionality of the logistics module and supply chain management activities.

Q: Suppose a company is experiencing problems with omitted transactions in the conversion

Suppose a company is experiencing problems with omitted transactions in the conversion processes—that is, inventory transactions are not always being recorded as they occur. How can an ERP system help...

Q: Using the Internet or other research tool, search for the terms

Using the Internet or other research tool, search for the terms “best of breed ERP systems strategy” and ERP. Locate information that addresses the debate and dilemma faced by many companies regarding...

Q: Using the Internet or other research tool, search for the terms

Using the Internet or other research tool, search for the terms “big bang” and ERP. Identify at least one company that represents a success story with regard to this ERP implementation method (other t...

Q: Give a brief summary of each of the following: a

Give a brief summary of each of the following: a. enterprise risk management b. corporate governance c. IT governance

Q: Using the Internet or other research tool, search for the terms

Using the Internet or other research tool, search for the terms “ERP” and “SME.” Describe why a small to medium‐sized entity might choose an ERP system.

Q: Using the Internet or other research tool, search for “ERP

Using the Internet or other research tool, search for “ERP software in the cloud” and outline (a) pros, (b) cons, and (c) considerations of adopting cloud deployment for an ERP system.