Questions from Accounting Information Systems

Q: Why might a firm decide to implement only certain modules in an

Why might a firm decide to implement only certain modules in an ERP system rather than a complete implementation?

Q: In what circumstances would a company choose a best-of-

In what circumstances would a company choose a best-of-breed approach over a traditional ERP system?

Q: Describe the primary and supporting activities involved in an organization’s value chain

Describe the primary and supporting activities involved in an organization’s value chain. Explain the importance of having an effective value chain.

Q: The business environment is increasingly demanding the use of OLRT systems for

The business environment is increasingly demanding the use of OLRT systems for more up-to-date information. Identify one business process and the environment in which it would be used as an example of...

Q: One of Amazon.com’s marketing strengths is the capability to collect

One of Amazon.com’s marketing strengths is the capability to collect and analyze customer purchase data. How does this add value to the company? From the customer’s perspective, is value added?

Q: Some potential e-business customers have security concerns regarding online purchases

Some potential e-business customers have security concerns regarding online purchases. How do Internet security certifications attempt to address these concerns?

Q: Consider a business where you shop. Could it operate without automated

Consider a business where you shop. Could it operate without automated information systems? Why or why not?

Q: Consider your favorite fast food chain restaurant. How do you think

Consider your favorite fast food chain restaurant. How do you think this restaurant might use OLTE to improve its business event data-processing activities? Explain.

Q: How does (or could) your university bookstore use technology to

How does (or could) your university bookstore use technology to improve customer interactions with students, faculty, and staff

Q: What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of conducting business on

What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of conducting business on the Internet? Be prepared to explain your answer.