Exam 4: Software and Systems

Businesses typically have many systems, some internally developed, some purchased, and others acquired. Businesses want these systems to communicate with one another and provide users with easier access to data. There are three systems configurations that consolidate and coordinate data across multiple locations. These three include centralized systems, decentralized systems, and distributed systems. Each configuration has advantages and disadvantages. Which of the following is an advantage of distributed systems?

Excel is a spreadsheet application software. Select the Excel function listed below that you would use if you wanted to combine two or more columns into one new column.

ERP systems are complex and expensive technology. The integration of all systems into a unified ERP system has certain goals. One goal is increased business efficiency. What is the best definition of increased business efficiency?

Excel is a spreadsheet application software. Select the Excel function listed below that you would use if you wanted to find the smallest value in a range of selected cells.

Choose the best definition of systems integration.

"Excel is part of the ________ suite and can be purchased as a locally installed software or through a SaaS subscription."

Successful ERP systems support the core business processes in a company's operations. Every function within the ERP is called a module. Listed below are four key features. Which is a key feature of the customer relationship management module?

Businesses typically have many systems, some internally developed, some purchased, and others acquired. Businesses want these systems to communicate with one another and provide users with easier access to data. There are three systems configurations that consolidate and coordinate data across multiple locations. These three include centralized systems, decentralized systems, and distributed systems. Choose the best definition of a decentralized system.

There are four different levels of information systems, each providing information for users at different levels of the company. Match the systems with why the system is used. -Executive support system

An online information system that focuses on leveraging the data for information is considered what type of system?

Successful ERP systems support the core business processes in a company's operations. Every function within the ERP is called a module. Listed below are four key features. Which is a key feature of the financial module?

Systems software is specialized software that runs a computer's hardware and other software. It is a platform for other software that coordinates all the activities throughout the system. A software used to define, manipulate, retrieve, and manage data is what type of system software?

Implementing an ERP system is a complex process. Businesses must select a vendor, assess expected costs including the system itself and implementation related expenses, and convert relevant existing systems to the new ERP system. Due to the complex, expensive nature of this type of system implementation, discuss what businesses considering adopting a new ERP system should do.

As companies grow their data storage needs grow more complex and many small businesses soon grow to need a more manageable approach to local data storage. At Julia's Cookies, it only took a few months before they needed a more robust data storage solution than Excel. Choose from the list below a database solution that a small startup company may use.

Companies need more accounting support than just capturing sales data. Businesses need reliable software that provides core accounting functionality and user-friendly reporting capabilities. Julia's Cookies used what accounting software package when they were a startup?

Successful ERP systems support the core business processes in a company's operations. Every function within the ERP is called a module. What is the best definition of the production module?

Most vendors offer different types of solutions for companies to choose from when selecting an ERP system. There are three common types: Out of the box ERP, Configurable ERP, and Customizable ERP. Describe Configurable ERP and compare it to purchasing a new car.

There are four different levels of information systems, each providing information for users at different levels of the company. Match the systems with who uses the system. -Management information system

Successful ERP systems support the core business processes in a company's operations. Every function within the ERP is called a module. Listed below are four key features. Which is a key feature of the production module?

Businesses typically have many systems, some internally developed, some purchased, and others acquired. Businesses want these systems to communicate with one another and provide users with easier access to data. There are three systems configurations that consolidate and coordinate data across multiple locations. These three include centralized systems, decentralized systems, and distributed systems. Each configuration has advantages and disadvantages. Which of the following is an advantage of decentralized systems?