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Unit 6 Computer Technologies in Management - Coggle Diagram
Unit 6 Computer Technologies in Management
Introduction to management
Definition
Working with human, financial and physical resources to achieve organizational objectives by performing the planning, organizing, leading and controlling functions.
Resources are not unlimited – organizations need to manage resources properly
Example of resources
Workers (also known as human resources)
Money
Asset
Time
the act of planning, organizing, leading and controlling activities in an organization in order to achieve organizational goals, and use resources efficiently and effectively
Planning, organizing, leading and controlling are the four general functions in management
The general functions in management are made better with computer technology
Benefits
Automation
Manual processes are automated using computer technologies
Employees can focus on other important tasks
Computer technologies also make work done in faster time
reports can be generated automatically, and machines can carry out operations instead of using manual labour
Productivity
Computer technologies automate processes, which in turn increases efficiency
Human errors are also decreased (or may be avoided)
More productive work can be done
Coordination, communication & collaboration
Work between departments and teams can be coordinated better using computer technology
Employees can communicate and collaborate effectively, even across physical distances and time differences
Can work anywhere
Can communicate in fast and timely manner
This also contributes to productivity
Reliable storage
Do more with less
Save money
Possible to hire fewer staff
Computers can store data more easily, save on the cost of file storage, and avoid having to purchase many copiers, fax machines, typewriters and other such items
Email decreases postage costs
Videoconferencing reduces the need for travel
Collect consumer feedback
Increases profits and returns
Information security
Computer technology in management
Data management
Database management systems
Management information system
Project management software
Managing business contacts
Contact management systems
Human resource (HR) management
and other mangement