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Al-Bugami, Moteb Ayesh. "Executive information systems in large businesses in Saudi Arabia : an exploratory study." Thesis, University of Hull, 1998. http://hydra.hull.ac.uk/resources/hull:7023.

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In the developed countries, executives who carry the mam responsibility for the achievement of organizational objectives, are introducing Executive Information Systems (EIS), user-friendly software products designed especially to meet executives' internal and external information needs. The use of technology and the need for reliable information on which to base decision-making are issues currently attracting attention in Saudi Arabia, as prerequisites for attaining national development objectives. This is especially true of the private sector, which faces new challenges as a result of the inc
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Dyer, Shirley. "Adoption of business information systems in an automotive manufacturing environment: a case study." Thesis, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, 2008. http://hdl.handle.net/10948/892.

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Dorbyl Automotive Technologies (DAT) is a manufacturing company that supplies parts and components to the local and international motor vehicle market. The automotive components’ market is very competitive and customers require more from the industry to stay competitive. Customers require full integration throughout the supply chain. DAT and its Information Systems Department have ensured that the necessary business information systems are available to assist the company in staying competitive. One problem, though, is that the users of these systems are not using and adopting the technologies
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Buchanan, Darryl Vaughn. "Towards a better understanding of information systems strategy options and its link with business strategy." Thesis, Port Elizabeth Technikon, 2004. http://hdl.handle.net/10948/267.

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There is considerable evidence that the strategic use of Information Systems can lead to a competitive advantage. There is however, a marked lack of understanding of the options available, as well as the smooth coordination of Information Systems strategy with Business strategy. This paper provides insight into the role of Information Systems and its link with business strategy. It focuses on Information Systems strategy options, and explores the criteria needed for successful Information Systems strategy and Business strategy alignment. The paper presents and examines the results of a study o
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Srinivasan, K. "Design and development of an enterprise modeling framework." Diss., Georgia Institute of Technology, 1993. http://hdl.handle.net/1853/8285.

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Hearn, Anthony Michael. "Management information systems : a proposal for an integrated system for a Ferroalloy production facility." Thesis, Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 1996. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/5681.

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Thesis (MBA (Business Management))--University of Stellenbosch, 1996.<br>ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The ferroalloy industry is, in contrast to the operationally complicated chemical industry, very reliant on the wealth of experience that has been built up by the operating personnel over a long period of time. The industry has not been at the forefront of technical development and has, in many respects, lagged behind in technological development. Information technology is one such area that has not received its fair share of attention. This study resulted from the requirement that the control systems of
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Ahmat, Abd-al Malik Madina. "The effective application of information systems within SMMEs for long term competitive advantage." Thesis, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2016. http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11838/2413.

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Thesis (MTech (Information and Technology))--Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2016.<br>It has been shown that the South African insurance landscape takes up an important place in the African continent, contributing nearly three quarters of the total African insurance sector (Paul, Twala & Marwala, 2012). The industry landscape has shown development at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.7% between 2004 and 2008. The life insurance industry is assumed to grow at a CAGR of 8.3%. Small, medium and micro-sized enterprises (SMMEs) are important role players in every economy and provi
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Elema, Nico M. "The cost effective implementation of integrated spatial management information systems in local government." Thesis, Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2006. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/20751.

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Thesis (MBA) -- Stellenbosch University, 2006.<br>ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Management within Local Government are increasingly required to report on the various spatially related projects and initiatives within their jurisdiction. As Information Technology develops, various electronic systems are implemented within the organisations, not only assist in the reporting. but also to fulfil the data requirements in relation to maintenance, capturing and storing of data. In order to fully adhere to the reporting needs, systems are also increasingly required to integrate, and in so doing, provide acces
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Tee, Singwhat. "An empirical investigation of factors influencing organisations to improve data quality in their information systems /." St. Lucia, Qld, 2003. http://www.library.uq.edu.au/pdfserve.php?image=thesisabs/absthe17473.pdf.

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Issa, Carla Mounir. "Data warehouse applications in modern day business." CSUSB ScholarWorks, 2002. https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd-project/2148.

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Data warehousing provides organizations with strategic tools to achieve the competitive advantage that organazations are constantly seeking. The use of tools such as data mining, indexing and summaries enables management to retrieve information and perform thorough analysis, planning and forcasting to meet the changes in the market environment. in addition, The data warehouse is providing security measures that, if properly implemented and planned, are helping organizations ensure that their data quality and validity remain intact.
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Rascoe, Paul Alan. "R/3 implementation analysis in various industries." CSUSB ScholarWorks, 2007. https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd-project/3259.

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The purpose of this project was to analyze six companies in various industries that are currently using systems, applications, and products in data processing (SAP)'s R/3. It outlines the history of SAP and gives background on the companies including what they used before R/3, why they chose R/3, and some of the challenges involved with the changing over to R/3. The companies that were analyzed are Allegran Pharmaceuticals, Pacific Communications, Varian Incorporated, Northop-Grumman, Sempra Energy, and Goodrich. A comparison of the companies is done along with analysis on strategic motivators
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Gibbs, Edward. "A business plan to launch a document management product in the United Kingdom." Thesis, Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2009. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/4958.

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Thesis (MBA (Business Management))--University of Stellenbosch, 2009.<br>ENGLISH ABSTRACT: A Document Management System (DMS) can help businesses speed-up as well as reduce the number of mundane and repetitive tasks relating to documents. These benefits can assist management cut costs, reduce errors, automate frequently performed tasks as well as store information electronically in a safe and accessible way. Making IT Simple (the business) is a start-up business that has entered into a partnership agreement with INVU, Europe's fastest growing DMS Software developer (INVU, 2008). This agreemen
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Chen, Yaming. "Chinese Restaurant Online System." CSUSB ScholarWorks, 2005. https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd-project/2833.

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Chinese Restaurant Online System was designed to allow customers to view information about the restaurant over the Web and order some dishes online. It allows employees to login to do their work, depending on their sponsored rights.
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Moleli, Moletsane Tarcisius. "Reduction of the causes of stock-outs in ERP supply chain management by prioritization of the causes : a case study at the City of Cape Town." Thesis, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2018. http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11838/2725.

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Thesis (MTech (Business Information Systems))--Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2018.<br>Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems have a good reputation for automation and strength in the integration of business processes (BPs), therefore more and more organisations are adopting ERP systems. The City of Cape Town (CCT), a metropolitan municipality, is one of the organisations that have adopted an ERP system. CCT provides a wide range of services to residents and citizens in the Western Cape Province of South Africa. The ERP system at CCT manages the Supply Chain Management (SCM) proc
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Anyanwu, Ogechi Uloma. "The role of enterprise resource planning systems in continuous auditing of a selected organization in the Western Cape, South Africa." Thesis, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2018. http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11838/2669.

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Thesis (MTech (Business Information Systems))--Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2018.<br>The thesis aimed at exploring the role Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems play in an organization’s continuous auditing practices. Continuous auditing encourages innovation and improves the practice of traditional auditing through the use of automation and computerisation. Auditing specialists and researchers have begun to adopt a technology driven process as an approach to back up real time assurance. The rationale of the study is drawn from previous research where the findings argue that
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Coertze, Jacques Jacobus. "A framework for information security governance in SMMEs." Thesis, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, 2012. http://hdl.handle.net/10948/d1014083.

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It has been found that many small, medium and micro-sized enterprises (SMMEs) do not comply with sound information security governance principles, specifically the principles involved in drafting information security policies and monitoring compliance, mainly as a result of restricted resources and expertise. Research suggests that this problem occurs worldwide and that the impact it has on SMMEs is great. The problem is further compounded by the fact that, in our modern-day information technology environment, many larger organisations are providing SMMEs with access to their networks. This re
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Yager, Susan Elizabeth. "The Role of Information Technology Support Mechanisms in Coordination Management for Virtual Teams." Thesis, University of North Texas, 1998. https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc278491/.

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The purpose of this research is to examine virtual team members' use and perceptions of information technology (IT) support mechanisms. The study identifies the IT support mechanisms currently in use and focuses on differences between virtual and non-virtual teams in control and coordination, IT acceptance, and IT adoption.
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Thomas, Maricelle Casquejo. "A study of strategies for successful enterprise resource planning implementation in a merger and acqusition environment." CSUSB ScholarWorks, 2007. https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd-project/3267.

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This project will be focusing on the business problem of integrating information systems within a M & A organization, in this case to a SAP platform. SAP is the platform the parent company uses to run its corporate business functions.
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Anthonissen, Carel Aaron. "Market requirements of a hosted MES for small and medium size manufacturers in South Africa." Thesis, Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/95645.

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Thesis (MBA)--Stellenbosch University, 2013.<br>As small manufacturing enterprises (SMEs) grow, the complexity of their manufacturing operations are likely to increase to a point where they can benefit from manufacturing specific information systems, such as a manufacturing execution system (MES), to manage the complexity of their operating environment. Unfortunately, the capital expense required to implement an MES may prohibit smaller enterprises from adopting this potentially advantageous technology. Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) is a developing delivery channel that promises to realise the
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Leong, Iok Fai. "Exception prediction in workflow management." Thesis, University of Macau, 2010. http://umaclib3.umac.mo/record=b2182876.

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Nik, Hassan Nik Rushdi. "The Role of Workstation-Based Client/Server Systems in Changing Business Processes: a Multiple Case Study." Thesis, University of North Texas, 1995. https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279239/.

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Although several studies question information technology's contribution to productivity, organizations continue to invest in client/server systems (CSSs) particularly as enablers of business process reengineering (BPR). These efforts may be wasted if they do not improve business processes. This study focused on business processes and investigated the role of workstation-based CSSs in changing business processes. A multiple case study of workstation-based CSS databases in three organizations was performed with the proposition that they moderate the relation between managerial action and changes
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Chandiwana, Takauya. "An assessment of citizen benefits of enterprise resource planning systems in municipalities." Thesis, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2013. http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11838/1364.

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Thesis submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree Master of Technology INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY in the Faculty of INFORMATICS AND DESIGN at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology 2013<br>In this information age, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system implementation simplifies complexities within organisational heterogeneous Information Systems (IS). Following the early era of computerisation, ERP systems were designed to provide a formal integration of the whole enterprise with a business focussed approach to the application of Information and Communication Technology (IC
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Honniger, Werner. "Networking the enterprise : a solution for HBR personnel." Thesis, Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2004. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/16481.

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Thesis (MPhil)--Stellenbosch University, 2004.<br>ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This Extended Research Assignment discusses the information systems found in HBR Personnel. The discussion, based on the research problems, proposes steps in which the systems of HBR can be integrated so that they add the most value. Furthermore, a review of Corporate Portals is undertaken to show the potential impact it may have on organisational efficiencies and knowledge. The Assignment, according to the methodologies given, analyses the HBR information system for system incompatibilities and bottlenecks and proposes
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Kanai, Rieko. "Case study: Applied Digital Solutions I3 services platform." CSUSB ScholarWorks, 2001. https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd-project/1734.

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The purpose of this project is to analyze whether i3 Strategy of Applied Digital Solutions (ADS) was necessary to meet the fast-moving IT industry. i3 Services Strategy is an integrated corporate strategy to reengineer the organizational structure of ADS.
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Faruqui, Saif Ahmed. "Utility computing: Certification model, costing model, and related architecture development." CSUSB ScholarWorks, 2005. https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd-project/2756.

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The purpose of the thesis was to propose one set of solutions to some of the challenges that are delaying the adoption of utility computing on a wider scale. These components enable effective deployment of utility computing, efficient look-up, and comparison of service offerings of different utility computing resource centers connected to the utility computing network.
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Blenkinsop, S. A. "Organisational aspects of information processing systems." Thesis, Loughborough University, 1993. https://dspace.lboro.ac.uk/2134/7517.

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This thesis sets out to investigate the organizational aspects of information processing systems at a macro organizational level of analysis, using both static and dynamic modelling techniques. Chapter 1 validates the use of organizational taxonomies for small and medium sized manufacturing firms and highlights the importance of the dynamic nature of organizational variables. Chapter 2 models each of the ten Miller configurations using Beer's Viable System Model, enabling the strengths and weaknesses in each of the five information processing systems to be identified. Chapter 3 introduces a dy
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Lynch, Kevin John. "Data manipulation in collaborative research systems." Diss., The University of Arizona, 1989. http://hdl.handle.net/10150/184923.

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This dissertation addresses data manipulation in collaborative research systems, including what data should be stored, the operations to be performed on that data, and a programming interface to effect this manipulation. Collaborative research systems are discussed, and requirements for next-generation systems are specified, incorporating a range of emerging technologies including multimedia storage and presentation, expert systems, and object-oriented database management systems. A detailed description of a generic query processor constructed specifically for one collaborative research system
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Ho, Wai-cheong, and 何偉昌. "Business and information technology alignment." Thesis, The University of Hong Kong (Pokfulam, Hong Kong), 1998. http://hub.hku.hk/bib/B31268833.

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Hoffman, A. R. "Information technology decision making in South Africa : a framework for company-wide strategic IT management." Master's thesis, University of Cape Town, 1989. http://hdl.handle.net/11427/15854.

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Includes bibliography.<br>The area of interest in which this Study is set is the linking of a company's business strategies with its strategic planning for IT (information technology). The objectives of the Study are: to investigate how the IT planning environment is changing for business enterprises in South Africa; to establish how successfully South African companies are managing IT strategically; to propose a new approach to strategic IT decision making that will help South African management deal with the major issues; to propose a way of implementing the approach. In Chapter 2, conclusio
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陳煜民 and Yuk-man Brian Chan. "Strategy for information management in re-engineering the logistics business." Thesis, The University of Hong Kong (Pokfulam, Hong Kong), 1995. http://hub.hku.hk/bib/B3126637X.

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Smith, Michael Alan. "An empirical investigation of the determinants of information systems outsourcing." Diss., Georgia Institute of Technology, 1998. http://hdl.handle.net/1853/29455.

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Yung, Kai-chiu, and 容啓超. "Success factors of computer-based information systems in Hong Kong secondary schools." Thesis, The University of Hong Kong (Pokfulam, Hong Kong), 1996. http://hub.hku.hk/bib/B42574535.

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Wang, Junxian. "Online hotel booking system." CSUSB ScholarWorks, 2006. https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd-project/3083.

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The Online Hotel Booking System was developed to allow customers to use a web browser to book a hotel, change the booking details, cancel the booking, change the personal profile, view the booking history, or view the hotel information through a GUI (graphical user interface). The system is implemented in PHP (Hypertext Preprocessor) and HTML (Hyper Text Markup Language).
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Fernández, Moctezuma Rafael J. "A Data-Descriptive Feedback Framework for Data Stream Management Systems." PDXScholar, 2012. https://pdxscholar.library.pdx.edu/open_access_etds/116.

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Data Stream Management Systems (DSMSs) provide support for continuous query evaluation over data streams. Data streams provide processing challenges due to their unbounded nature and varying characteristics, such as rate and density fluctuations. DSMSs need to adapt stream processing to these changes within certain constraints, such as available computational resources and minimum latency requirements in producing results. The proposed research develops an inter-operator feedback framework, where opportunities for run-time adaptation of stream processing are expressed in terms of descriptions
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Prasad, Kumkum. "Organisations as complex adaptive systems : implications for the design of information systems." Thesis, Open University, 1998. http://oro.open.ac.uk/57909/.

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Today a paradigm shift in the field of organisation and management theories is no longer disputed and the need to switch from the Command-and-Control to the Leaming Organisation Paradigm (LOP) in the area of organisational theory is well understood. However, it is less well appreciated that learning organisations cannot operate effectively if supported by centralised databases and tailor-made application programs. LOP emphasises adaptability, flexibility, participation and learning. It is important to understand that the changes in organisational and management strategies will not on their own
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王達才 and Tat-choi Wong. "The strategic importance of information systems to airline revenue management." Thesis, The University of Hong Kong (Pokfulam, Hong Kong), 1995. http://hub.hku.hk/bib/B31266873.

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Chen, Deji. "Real-time data management in the distributed environment /." Digital version accessible at:, 1999. http://wwwlib.umi.com/cr/utexas/main.

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Els, Dierdre Jean. "A framework for managing timetable data quality within the NMMU." Thesis, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, 2008. http://hdl.handle.net/10948/948.

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This dissertation investigates the influencing factors on timetable quality, not only from a data quality perspective, but also from an information quality perspective which takes into account the quality of the business processes involved in creating the timetable. The Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University was used as a case study for assessing the quality of the timetable process, the quality of the source data, and the quality of the final timetable produced. A framework for managing the data quality during the timetabling process is proposed. The framework is based on reviews done on data
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Donald, John Anthony. "Re-architecting Telkom's information technology data centres for business alignment and asset efficiency." Thesis, Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2002. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/85156.

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Thesis (MBA)--Stellenbosch University, 2002.<br>ENGLISH ABSTRACT: In this case study, the writer proposes a methodology for the re-architecting of Telkom’s Information Technology data centres to achieve business alignment and improve IT asset efficiency. The methodology advocated begins with the defining of Telkom’s high-level business domains and maps against these the current deployment of IT infrastructure in the company’s data centres. Next, a Future Mode of Operation (FMO) architecture is proposed, together with the establishment of deployment principles and guidelines to ensure that ‘be
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Remington, William S. (William Seth). "The Organizational Consequences of Information Deployment." Thesis, University of North Texas, 1991. https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc279093/.

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This study investigates the influence that increasing end user autonomy has on organizational data models. The independence offered by microcomputer technology offers users increasing independence in their information-handling activities. As independence increases, uniformity of data models across the organization is theorized to diminish. The problem motivating this study is the potential for improper allocation of resources that may result from a misinterpretation of organizational data. This study suggests that the expanding use of microcomputers in the business setting will contribute to d
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Persson, Mathias. "Simultaneous Data Management in Sensor-Based Systems using Disaggregation and Processing." Thesis, KTH, Skolan för informations- och kommunikationsteknik (ICT), 2016. http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:kth:diva-188856.

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To enable high performance data management for sensor-based systems the system components in an architecture has to be tailored to the situation at hand. Therefore, each component has to handle a massive amount of data independently, and at the same time cooperate with other components within a system. To facilitate rapid data processing between components, a model detailing the flow of information and specifying internal component structures will assist in faster and more reliable system designs. This thesis presents a model for a scalable, safe, reliable and high performing system for managi
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Gebhardt, Johan Wilhelm Ludwig. "A comparative study of the business value of computer-based mapping tools in knowledge management." Thesis, Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2008. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/18151.

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Thesis (MBA)--Stellenbosch University, 2008.<br>ENGLISH ABSTRACT: In the past decade or two companies started to realise that competitive advantage is not only achieved by optimising their business value chain, but also in managing the knowledge in the company. This led to the development of different knowledge management models and to millions of dollars being spent on knowledge management implementations across the world. Although there were huge successes, a large number of initiatives were spectacular failures - believed to be mainly caused by the linear method of capturing and prese
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Udekwe, Emmanuel. "The impact of human resources information systems in selected retail outlets in Western Cape." Thesis, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2016. http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11838/2348.

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Thesis (MTech (Business Administration))--Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2016.<br>Human Resource Information Systems (HRISs) are systems that merge Human Resources (HR) and Information Systems (ISs) for a fast, easy, and convenient way of operating and reporting the human and material resources in an organisation. The retail sector is an important and active sector in terms of its job creation and a major contributor to the economy. This research focuses on the level of impact HRISs have in the retail sector by reassessing its functions, problems, prospects, and benefits to the ret
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Adonis, Ridoh. "An empirical investigation into the information management systems at a South African financial institution." Thesis, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2016. http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11838/2474.

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Thesis (MTech (Business Administration))--Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2016.<br>The study has been triggered by the increase in information breaches in organisations. Organisations may have policies and procedures, strategies and systems in place in order to mitigate the risk of information breaches; however, data breaches are still on the rise. Governments across the world have or are putting in place laws around data protection which organisations have to align their process, strategies and systems to. The continuous and rapid emergence of new technology is making it even easier
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Chan, Yuk-wah Eliza, and 陳玉華. "A review of catastrophe planning for management information systems inHong Kong." Thesis, The University of Hong Kong (Pokfulam, Hong Kong), 1989. http://hub.hku.hk/bib/B3126427X.

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Lui, W. C., and 雷永祥. "Flexible authorizations in workflow management systems." Thesis, The University of Hong Kong (Pokfulam, Hong Kong), 2002. http://hub.hku.hk/bib/B42577135.

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FISHER, GARY LEE. "A SOFTWARE ARCHITECTURE FOR STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SYSTEMS UTILIZING INTERACTIVE GRAPHICS (STAKEHOLDER, REUSABLE CODE, GROUP DECISION SUPPORT)." Diss., The University of Arizona, 1986. http://hdl.handle.net/10150/183818.

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A software architecture for strategic-management support-systems is developed, with an underlying principle that new additions to the library of planning tools in such support systems should not have to be new programming efforts. The current status of group decision support is surveyed and the lack of a software architecture for such systems is noted. The software architecture that has been developed is intended to guide the development of such support systems and is based on a library of procedural abstractions called elemental-engines. Selected sets of elemental-engines are assembled into s
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Townson, Christopher John William. "Information system development methods : the search for order and control in information systems development in a UK bank." Thesis, Lancaster University, 2001. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.274201.

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Ngai, Kin-fai, and 魏建輝. "An appraisal of computer-based management information systems in Hong Kong secondary schools with emphasis on human resource factors." Thesis, The University of Hong Kong (Pokfulam, Hong Kong), 1992. http://hub.hku.hk/bib/B31956154.

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Kebede, Selamawit. "Utilisation of MIS in manufacturing industries." Thesis, Cape Technikon, 2001. http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11838/2294.

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Thesis (MTech (Information Technology))--Cape Technikon, 2001.<br>Management information systems can be defined as information systems using formalised procedures to provide managers at all levels, in all functions, with appropriate information from all relevant sources, to enable them to make timely and effective decisions for which they are responsible. There is, and continues to be, an awareness in society that accurate and timely information is a vital resource of any organisation, and that an effective management information system is a means of providing the needed information. Many
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Gxwati, Ntombizandile Irene. "The education management information system of the Free State Department of Education : a systems analysis." Thesis, Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2011. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/6487.

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Thesis (MPhil (Information Science))--University of Stellenbosch, 2011.<br>ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Organizations depend on the availability of reliable and credible information to make informed decisions and to plan effectively. The Education Management Information System (EMIS) is used by all provincial education departments including the Free State Department of Education for collecting, verifying, analysing, storing and disseminating reliable and credible data for decision making and planning purposes. Through its efforts to improve information management, the Department of Basic Education i
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