Principles of information systems / Ralph M. Stair, Mark Frydenberg, George W. Reynolds, Hollis Greenberg, Joey Bryant, George Schell

Develop an understanding of the core principles of information systems (IS) and how these principles make a difference in todays business environment with Stair/Reynolds' PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS, 14E. Completely reorganized for clarity and focus, this fresh new edition provides engaging new chapter opening cases and a new chapter on AI and automation. You explore the challenges and risks of cybercrime, hacking, internet of things, and artificial intelligence as you examine the latest IS research and learn from memorable examples. You can even maximize your employability as you learn how to use IS to increase profits and reduce costs in organizations. You study the latest in big data, business intelligence, cloud computing, e-commerce, enterprise systems, mobile computing, strategic planning, and systems development. Powerful tools, such as new ConceptClip videos and You Make the Decision interactive cases in this editions MindTap digital resources help you further your success. Cover Dedication Brief Contents Contents Preface PART 1: Information Systems in Business and Society Chapter 1: Information Systems: People, Technology, Processes, and Structure What is an Information System Strategic Planning Information Systems Careers Chapter 2: Secure Information Systems The Threat Landscape The CIA Security Triad Chapter 3: Corporate and Individual Accountability: Ethical, Legal, and Social Issues What Is Ethics? Information Systems and Privacy Information Systems and Government Surveillance Information Systems and Freedom of Expression Ethical Issues in Developing Quality Software PART 2: Technology Infrastructure Chapter 4: Hardware and Software Anatomy of a Computer Computer System Classes Server Farm, Data Centers, and Green Computing System Software Application Software Chapter 5: Database Systems and Data Management Database Fundamentals Relational Databases Data Management Chapter 6: Business Intelligence: Big Data and Analytics Big Data Technologies Used to Manage and Process Big Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Business Intelligence and Analytics Tools Chapter 7: Networks: An Interconnected World Network Fundamentals The Internet and World Wide Web Chapter 8: Cloud Computing and the Internet of Things Cloud Computing The Internet of Things (IoT) PART 3: Business Information Systems Chapter 9: E-Commerce An Introduction to E-Commerce Introduction to M-Commerce Advantages of E-Commerce Multistage Model for E-Commerce E-Commerce Challenges E-Commerce and M-Commerce Applications Strategies for Successful E-Commerce and M-Commerce Technology Infrastructure Required to Support E-Commerce and M-Commerce Chapter 10: Enterprise Systems Transaction Processing Systems Enterprise Systems Chapter 11: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automation 402 Overview of Artificial Intelligence Machine and Natural Language Robotics PART 4: Planning, Implementing, and Managing Information Systems Chapter 12: Strategic Planning and Project Management Strategic Planning Innovation & Change in the Organization Project Management Chapter 13: System Acquisition and Development Subscribe vs. Buy vs. Build Software as a Service (SaaS) Buying Off-The-Shelf-Software Waterfall System Development Process Agile Development Glossary Subject Index "Develop an understanding of the core principles of information systems (IS) and how these principles make a difference in today's business environment with Stair/Reynolds' Principles of Information Systems (14th ed). Completely reorganised for clarity and focus, this fresh new edition provides engaging new chapter opening cases and a new chapter on AI and automation. You explore the challenges and risks of cybercrime, hacking, internet of things, and artificial intelligence as you examine the latest IS research and learn from memorable examples. You can even maximise your employability as you learn how to use IS to increase profits and reduce costs in organisations. You study the latest in big data, business intelligence, cloud computing, e-commerce, enterprise systems, mobile computing, strategic planning, and systems development. " -- Provided by publisher