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Managing Information & Systems Adrienne Curry (University of Stirling, UK)

Managing Information & Systems By Adrienne Curry (University of Stirling, UK)

Managing Information & Systems by Adrienne Curry (University of Stirling, UK)


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Focusing on the integrated understanding of the role of systems within the business, this book combines theoretical concepts with practical applications including extensive examples and international case studies.

Managing Information & Systems Summary

Managing Information & Systems: The Business Perspective by Adrienne Curry (University of Stirling, UK)

Focusing on the integrated understanding of the role of systems within the business, organizationally and strategically, this book demonstrates theory by including extensive business examples, and by ending each chapter with international case studies. Topics covered include:

  • the nature of organizations
  • management roles and functions
  • information as a resource
  • systems approaches
  • different information systems and what they can achieve
  • structural and cultural fit and information systems
  • change management and information systems
  • strategic business and information systems management.

Combining readability with theoretical concepts, this book is suitable for both advanced undergraduate and MBA/Masters students.

Managing Information & Systems Reviews

'Most importantly, it advocates the use of systems thinking and the adoption of softer approaches to the analysis design and deployment of information systems. The book, therefore, is an important addition to the literature in our field.' - Bob Wood, University of Manchester, UK

About Adrienne Curry (University of Stirling, UK)

Adrienne Curry is Senior Lecturer in Management Science at the University of Stirling. Peter Flett is Lecturer in Management Science at the University of Stirling. Ivan Hollingsworth is an Information Systems Consultant.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction 2. Introducing Organisations and Information 3. Management and Decision-making 4. The Systems Approach to Organisational Problem-solving 5. Information Systems and Their Uses 6. IS and Organisational Fit 7. IS and Organisational Change 8. Information Systems and Business Strategy Overview Case Study

Additional information

GOR006215579
9780415355872
0415355877
Managing Information & Systems: The Business Perspective by Adrienne Curry (University of Stirling, UK)
Used - Good
Paperback
Taylor & Francis Ltd
20051222
286
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