Knowledge Transfer through Computer-based Systems in Manufacturing Networks: A Study on Albanian Plants

This study shows a general view about knowledge transfer between manufacturing plants in developing countries like Albania, which are part of multinational companies’ network (MCN). Part of this goal is the study of computer-based systems from conference calls and intranets to more advanced ones like data warehouses, management information systems (MIS) and executive information systems (EIS), as enablers of knowledge flow and absorptive capacity. The paper examines four case studies based on semi-structured interviews, where the data collected highlight a good coverage of computer-based systems in function of knowledge sharing. In half of the cases, this is done internally in the plant and not over the network of plants. We propose to upgrade where possible the systems used in a distributed way to have data and information connections across the network. In some cases, emerge barriers such as lack of time, lack of tolerance for errors, or the need for assistance. Conclusions show that staff training related to computer-based systems in the optics of knowledge enablers is important for the companies, while the incentives are not considered as a key factor for knowledge transfer. Received: 15 July 2021 / Accepted: 23 September 2021 / Published: 3 January 2022

Information Systems: The Changing Scenario of Concepts, Practice and Importance

Information is very important and required in almost all areas and fields. It is close to some of the areas viz. Data, Content and Knowledge. The system is also another concept that deals with the group of interrelated and connected entities, objects, tools, or facets. In other words, combinations of some subsystems are called Systems. Therefore, Systems in respect of the Information is called Information Systems. Information Systems is the way, tools, connected entities that are dedicated or responsible for the information related activities ranging from the collection, selection, organization, processing, management and dissemination. There are different contexts regarding Information Systems, in some contexts, it is also the electronic systems dedicated to information management and delivery to the organizations, institutions. In some contexts, it is the Computational way to preserve and deliver content and information. Information Systems in another context are the apex controlling mechanism of some of the divisional information systems such as Executive Information Systems, Decision Support Systems, etc. which helps in Information related activities to the organizations. Even Information System is also considered as a branch or field of study internationally. This paper is a theoretical one and mentioned the aspects of systems including their foundations, applications of systems, information systems including their foundation, types, nature, and emerging characteristics. The paper also highlights the academic availability and potentiality of Information Systems.

Pengembangan Arsitektur Data Sistem Informasi Pondok Pesantren

Data management is very necessary in an institution to facilitate data processing. One of them is Islamic education institutions or Islamic boarding schools that have developed nformation systems for Islamic boarding school. In building a boarding school information system, applications and data are needed. Data architecture obtained from a hierarchy of information systems consisting of executive information systems, management informations systems, and transaction processing systems. Architecture design of information systems for Islamic boarding school is done by building an ERD (Entity Relationship Diagram) from a collection of data needed on boarding school information systems. ERD is a database building model by describing relations between database entities.

Kerangka Kerja Sistem Informasi Eksekutif Perguruan Tinggi

<p>Perguruan tinggi swasta di Palembang dalam membangun SIE/sistem informasi eksekutif Nya secara sendiri-sendiri dan belum ada pedoman yang digunakan sebagai acuan, walaupun diketahui proses bisnis sistem informasi akademik di Perguruan Tinggi secara umum adalah sama. Berdasarkan pengamatan belum ada kerangka kerja SIE akademik yang tersedia dan bisa dijadikan sebagai pedoman untuk membangun SIE akademik. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah merancang kerangka kerja SIE akademik dengan memperhatikan berbagai faktor dan permasalahan yang ditemukan, seperti dari kerangka kerja SIE akademik, sistem bagaimana yang akan dibuat dan tatacara pembuatannya. Faktor lain, kerangka SIE akademik yang akan dibuat harus bersifat dinamis yang bisa dimungkinkan untuk dilakukan perubahan sesuai dengan kondisi dan kebutuhan perguruan tinggi. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode EAP (Enterprise Architecture Planning) untuk menganalisis dan membuat kerangka kerja SIE akademik. Hasil dari penelitian ini adalah kerangka kerja sistem dalam bentuk arsitektur data dan arsitektur aplikasi. Kerangka kerja SIE akademik ini diharapkan dapat digunakan sebagai pedoman dalam perencanaan dan pengembangan SIE akademik di perguruan tinggi swasta di Palembang.</p><p><em><strong>Abstract</strong></em></p><p><em>Private universities in Palembang are building their own EIS / executive information systems and a guide is not used as a reference, although it is known that the business process of academic information systems in universities is generally the same. Based on the observations, there is no scientific EIS framework and it can be used as a guide to build the academic EIS. The purpose of this research is to design the scientific structure of the EIS, taking into account the various factors and problems encountered. Another factor, the scientific structure of the EIS that will be created, must be dynamic, which can be modified according to the conditions and needs of the university. This study uses the EAP (Enterprise Architecture Planning) methodology to analyze and build an academic EIS framework. The results of this study are system structures in the form of data architecture and application architecture. The scientific framework of the EIS serves as a guide for the planning and development of the academic EIS in the private universities of Palembang.</em></p><p><em><strong><br /></strong></em></p>

Management Information Systems Needs for Public Service Delivery in the Digital Era

Chapter 8 continues the path through the ISSP framework described in Chapter 5 by considering the information systems (IS) application needs of government entities to support the identified information requirements. The basic principle is that the organisation needs to identify the information that it requires to run its business and then to determine the application systems that support the information needs. Hence, this approach provides a business-driven model rather than a technology-driven method. The chapter discusses various concepts related to the information resource management, information engineering, database management systems, data warehousing concepts, data mining concepts, business process reengineering, management information systems, decision support systems, executive information systems, and value chain analysis. These concepts link information management with application systems management, thus providing an integrated holistic view of the IS process.

Football Player Decision Support System Baghdad-City as a Case Study

Decision support system (DSS) is an area of information systems (IS) discipline which focuses on supporting decision-making. DSS includes personal decision support systems, executive information systems, online analytical processing systems, data warehousing, business intelligence, and group support systems. This paper introduced the implementation of a DSS related to football players with a case study.

Prioritizing Key Factors of Executive Information Systems to Manage Data and Explain Strategy in Small and Medium Industries with AHP

Historically, executive managers have less opportunity to use computer compared with other members of a company. An executive information system has become a necessity as the only effective and complete information system for managers’ learning in a competitive market. Skill is the main and essential issue in solving problems especially for executive managers. To improve skills and to apply insight, company managers need to use backup equipment like executive information systems (EIS). Concerning the importance and role of determining strategy in an organization and managing its information, it is tried to explain strategy and to manage data in small and medium industries using EISs. Managers have been informed of the importance of EISs; this paper selects the best strategies for small and medium industries by collecting data and managing collected data. The research case study is small and medium industries in Golestan Province. It is attempted in this research to strengthen and analyze weaker factors by evaluating and analyzing quantitative and qualitative criteria determined to prioritize them. Data integrity is considered the best factor after reviewing factors using hierarchy model and Expert Choice software.

An Overview

During the past two decades, the business world has witnessed a technological revolution known today as electronic commerce or ecommerce. This revolution has allowed businesses all over the world to conduct business in ways that were unimaginable two decades ago. Through the use of e-commerce technologies, businesses can share and disseminate information electronically and conduct business online so consumers, regardless of their locations, can obtain goods and services from the businesses. Because of the many opportunities e-commerce technologies offer in today’s competitive marketplace, it is essential for organizations to have e-commerce presence and effectively utilize the Internet to expand their businesses. With this Internet presence, ensuring security of their data and sales experiences is of paramount importance. Through the use of effective e-commerce security tools, business can increase their sales,Guy Fitzgerald is professor of information systems at Brunel University and is head of the Department of Information Systems and Computing. Prior to this he was the cable and wireless professor of business information systems at Birkbeck College, University of London, and before that he was at Templeton College, Oxford University. As well as being an academic, he has also worked in the computer industry with companies such as British Telecom, Mitsubishi, and CACI Inc., International. His research concerns the effective management and development of information systems and he has published widely in these areas. He is probably best known for his work in relation to development techniques and methodologies and is the author of a major text in this area entitled Information Systems Development: Methodologies, Techniques and Tools, now in its fourth edition. He is also well known for his research in the areas of strategy, outsourcing, and executive information systems. His most recent research is concerned with the development of flexible information systems to enhance organizational agility. He is founder and co-editor of the Information Systems Journal (ISJ), an international journal from Blackwell Publishing, and he has been a member of many international Program Committees, including the International Conference on Information Systems (ICIS) and the European Conference on Information Systems (ECIS).