Intranets: (Multiple Choice)

Intranets:
 
  A) are based on mainframe technology.
  B) are multiple networks joined together.
  C) are typically used to communicate with the business's trusted vendors.
  D) use Internet technology for a private company network.
  E) provide the platform on which a firm builds its information systems.

 Q. 2

According to the chapter case, the Nike+ ecosystem is part of which of the following larger phenomena?
 
  A) The Internet of Things
  B) 3-D printing
  C) CAD
  D) TQM
  E) BPR

 Q. 3

Data management technology consists of:
 
  A) the physical hardware and media used by an organization for storing data.
  B) the detailed, preprogrammed instructions that control and coordinate the computer hardware components in an information system.
  C) the software governing the organization of data on physical storage media.
  D) the hardware and software used to transfer data.
  E) the universally accepted standards for storing data.

 Q. 4

Hilton Hotels' use of customer information software to identify the most profitable customers to direct its services to is an example of using information systems to:
 
  A) strengthen customer intimacy.
  B) differentiate their service.
  C) focus on market niche.
  D) increase efficiency.
  E) provide services at a lower price than its competitors.

 Q. 5

Discuss why it is a good idea to create an instance of your relational schema with sample data.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

 Q. 6

All of the following can be considered managerial responsibilities except:
 
  A) making action plans to solve organizational problems.
  B) creating new products and services.
  C) designing new information systems.
  D) allocating human resources to coordinate the work to be done.
  E) setting strategy for responding to business challenges in the environment.