Information system components
Software
People
Data
Hardware
Processes
Programs and application that enable users to perform specific tasks.
Application software
Designed to perform specific tasks or functions for end-users.
Enterprise application
horizontal system
vertical system
System software
legacy system
Foundational software that manages and controls the basic operations of a computer system.
Network operating system
Specialized operating system designed to support and manage network resources and services.
Designed to support the needs of large organizations or enterprises.
Novell NetWare
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Systems
Enterprise Content Management (ECM) Systems
Enterprises Resources Planning (ERP) Systems
Designed to meet the unique
requirements of a specific business or industry.
Web-based retailer
Video chain
A system application, that can be adapted for use in many different types of companies.
Refers to an outdated system or software that is used within an organization.
End users
Stakeholders
Physical layer of information system
Servers
Networks
Mobile devices
Raw material that an information system transforms into useful information.
Describe the tasks and business functions that users and managers perform to achieve specific results.