Analysis of the Failure of Information Systems
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6 pages. Information systems can fail for many reasons and because of this it is sometimes a difficult task to quickly determine the cause of the problem. Businesses cannot afford major downtime of their information systems, and for this reason it has been found helpful to have hybrid managers on hand to help troubleshoot problems. This paper explains why people with knowledge in specialized fields such as finance in addition to information technology can spot problems more quickly and prevent failures before they start. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: JGAhybrd.rtf

Apple Computer Inc.
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An 18 page paper. Apple Computer changed the way the world looked at computers in the mid-1970s. This paper provides a brief history and overview of the company, Steve Jobs being replaced by John Scully only to have Jobs return to the company in its time of trouble. The computer hardware industry is discussed including the steps a company must take to be successful and the trends. This is followed by a discussion of the competition in the industry. Information technology and its role in product development at Apple Computer is then described and discussed. Apple's newest innovations are discussed as is its recent partnership with Sun and Ericsson. Data included. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: PGmacinf.rtf

Application Of Strategic Management
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This 3 page paper reviews and analyzes the Web sites of three companies: Deloitte & Touche USA LLP, Booz, Allen, Hamilton and Accenture. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PGwbstsm.rtf

Aquarius Marketing Case Study
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This 19 page paper is based on a study is supplied by the student. The first part of the paper assesses the requirements of Aquarius Marketing for a new information technology system. The second part of the paper utilises soft systems modelling (SSM) to determine what is needed and the way that the project should go ahead. Several issues concerning project management then discussed including the importance of scheduling and resource allocation, the importance of leadership to prevent problems in project management, the importance of communication and the value of mentoring. The bibliography cites 18 sources.
Filename: TEAquarius.rtf

Architecture Firm - Organizational Culture
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A 3 page paper that describes specific aspects of the organizational culture of a hypothetical architecture company. The aspects discussed include communication, management and the use of technology. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: PGardor.rtf

Article Analysis: Advances in Business Programs
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(5 pp) This discussion will examine how information technology can be used to support and enhance the strategic objective of current businesses. The article used is: Making the Passage to a Portal. Samuel Greengard. Workforce, Sept 2000 v79 i9 p22. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: BBbusanl.doc

Assessing IT Projects
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This 9 page paper looks at three IT projects and then assesses them for implementation. The paper uses a fictitious company and looks at a project to create an employee intranet site, the development of an internet e-commerce site and the upgrading of an operating system. Each project is discussed, considering the drivers and needs and then assessed using a weighted scoring system. The bibliography cites 3 sources.
Filename: TEassproj.rtf

Assessment Three Cinema Websites Using Nielsen's 10 Heuristics
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This 27 page paper examines three cinema websites which markets the cinema and encourage ticket sales. The three websites assessed in terms of their target population and the way they are presented with reference to Neilson's 10 usability heuristics. The cinemas chosen for the assessment the Odeon, Vue and a small independent called Palace Cinema. The websites assessed the UK websites for the cinema. The bibliography cites eight sources.
Filename: TEodeon.rtf

Asychronous Transfer Mode
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This 8 page paper considers the role of ATM (Asychronous Transfer Mode) in the business world. It is compared to other similar technologies such as IDSN, ADSL and Gigabit Ethernet. The advantages and disadvantages of ATM are examined in comparison with these alternatives and the impact on business explained. The bibliography cites 5 sources.
Filename: TEastbus.wps

Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM)
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A 5 page paper that provides an overview of ATM and ATM networks and considers their implications, advantages and disadvantages. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Asyn.wps

Audio Visual Corporation: Problems Associated With A Revised Computer System
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14 pages in length. Audio Visual Corporation is experiencing a problem with which myriad other companies grappling ever since the mass application of technological advancement has been integrated into the business world. The dissatisfaction on the employees' part, coupled with what appears to be a decrease in worker production from the managers' perspective, has created an equation that pits each entity against the other with computerization residing directly in the middle of the problem. Employees believe they have been stripped of their creative input yet required to do more work, while management claims the move to sophisticated information systems has helped automate otherwise costly tasks and bring the company into the twenty-first century. Clearly, there is no meeting of the minds with regard to how each side views the implementation of the corporation's new computer-based system. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: TLCAudVs.rtf

Automated Telephone Call Response Systems
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This 5 page paper is based on PGpsh1en.rtf, which considered certain issues including IVR systems; this paper presents a proposal for a research study on the topics discussed in the first paper. The writer explains the research methodology that will be used, the purpose of the study, time frame, scope and research environment. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PGivrpro.rtf

AVID TECHNOLOGIES
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This 8-page paper discusses Avid Technologies and the keys to its success, despite the "revolving door" of management personnel the company has. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: MTavidte.rtf

B2B Process Integration
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A 7 page paper answering several questions about business-to-business (B2B) process integration. B2B process integration is an outgrowth of total quality management and the advent of just-in-time inventory management designed to decrease inventory levels while increasing internal efficiency. It began with the need to share information and over the past two decades has progressed to sharing processes as well. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: KSmgmtB2BprInt.rtf

Balanced Scorecard, Activity Based Costing and Target Costing
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This 16 page paper looks at the advantages and disadvantages of different business tools. Written in three parts, the benefits and potential problems associated with using balanced scorecard systems, activity based costing systems and target costing are all examined. The theory and application is discussed and examples are used to illustrate points raised. The bibliography cites 10 sources.
Filename: TEbscacb.rtf