Exam 12: Management Support Systems

In the context of executive information systems (EISs),_____ allows managers to flag data that is unusual or out of normal boundaries.

Briefly describe the choice phase of the decision-making process.

Which system performs tasks similar to a database management system (DBMS)?

Which module of an executive information system (EIS)is used by developers to configure data mapping and screen sequencing?

Semistructured decisions are often used in _____.

A(n)_____ system uses spatial and nonspatial data and specialized techniques for storing coordinates of networks of lines (roads,rivers,streets)and reporting zones (zip codes,cities,counties,states).

What tasks do managers perform using an executive information system (EIS)?

A(n)_____ system is a branch of decision support systems (DSSs)that gives managers easy access to internal and external data and typically includes drill-down features and a digital dashboard for examining and analyzing information.

In the context of the features of a decision support system (DSS),_____ analysis enables you to apply different variables in decision making.

Identify a true statement about unstructured decisions.

Real-time computer conferencing used in electronic meeting systems includes video capability.

List the major components of a decision support system (DSS).

In the decision support system (DSS)environment,a _____ is responsible for supplying information on what a model does,what data inputs it accepts,how the model's output should be interpreted,and what assumptions go into creating and using the model.

Discuss the advantages of a group support system (GSS).

Provide an example of the type of activities that take place during the intelligence phase of the decision-making process.

Identify a true statement about a Web-based group support system (GSS).

Groupware is intended mainly for _____.

Groupware is software that helps a group of decision makers work with the same application,provided they work in the same location.

Identify a disadvantage of group support systems (GSSs).

List any four benefits of a decision support system (DSS)as outlined by Peter G.Keen.