Question #3

A company has basically four (4) levels of organizational hierarchy and each level makes use of unique IT technology and software to address and/or support their works.

Answer then the following:

1. Identify and describe information systems (IS) used in each level.
Ans.Information system plays a vital role in any organization for it embodies the totality of the organization. The success or failure of organizational programs is attribute to how well information and communication is processed and manage. Information is becoming more of a necessity particular in decision - making, it is important for organization to realize the value of an information resource whereby data are transformed into information. Information becomes an asset of the organization and just outcome of the organizational processes that are stored and left alone in files and folders. Information databases should be maintained and protected to ensure their confidentiality.
2. How do these IS help the employees and managers achieve their objectives.

Ans. Information system help the employees and managers achieve their objectives through performing their specific task, their works with information and processes. this information is reported to the management task namely, planning, directing, organizing and controlling. Failure of an organization to achieve its objectives is tantamount to expense incurred without certainty of the needed output.

3. Cite a local or national company that makes use of these IS and identify the benefits and drawbacks/lapses of these IS.

Ans. Smart telecommunication is an example of companies that uses information technology. the media composed of the hardware and software that facilitate the transmission of electronic data within the system.