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Chapter1 MIS

Management Information System (MIS) is an integrated system that processes data into information to support decision-making and operations within an organization. It utilizes computer technology and various data sources to generate reports and facilitate strategic planning. MIS plays a crucial role in improving efficiency, coordination, and competitive advantage by providing timely and relevant information.

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Chapter1 MIS

Management Information System (MIS) is an integrated system that processes data into information to support decision-making and operations within an organization. It utilizes computer technology and various data sources to generate reports and facilitate strategic planning. MIS plays a crucial role in improving efficiency, coordination, and competitive advantage by providing timely and relevant information.

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Introduction to MIS

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Introduction to MIS

 Data is nothing but raw figures and facts.


 When we process this raw data ,we get information.
 Information is useful to us as we can use it for betterment of the org.
 Further strategic planning of the organization.
 There is a need of managing and using this inf. With a wide angle and with
the use of appropriate technology.
Data and Information
 MIS is a type of information system that evaluates, analyses and processes
the data of an org. acc.to its need and that inf.is further used for decision
making in the org.
Types of MIS

 Accounting MIS
 Financial MIS
 Manufacturing MIS
 Marketing MIS
 HRM MIS
Definition

 MIS is an integrated ,user machine system for providing information to


support operations, management and decision making functions in an
organization. The system utilizes computer hardware and software ,manual
procedures ,models for analysis, planning ,control and decision making
and a database.
Pyramid Structure of MIS
 MIS is a computer based system.
 With the help of advanced computing technologies ,MIS is feasible and
effective.
 It is basically a human-machine system ,which implies that some of the
tasks are performed by human and some by machine.
Characteristics of MIS

 The general characteristics of an MIS are:


 Use a variety of internal data sources.
 Provide reports on the routine operations of an organization.
 Allow users to develop custom reports, such as detailed reports.
 Provide a variety of different reports, both scheduled and on demand.
 Must be accurate and avoid including estimates or probable expenses.
 Provide reports in various formats, including hard copies and electronic
copies.
 The information must be relevant for making a strategic decision.
 Integrated and complete system
 A well maintained database should support the MIS
Intro.

 MIS  DPS
 It is an application which is a  It is the manipulation of data by
combination of computer related computers and related tools.
technology and programs.
Difference between MIS and DPS

MIS DPS

 Uses an integrated database  Does not use an integrated database


 Provides greater flexibility to the  It provides no such flexibility.
management.
 It focuses on departmental level
 It focuses on information needs of all support.
levels of management.
 Output is in the form of the table.
 Output is in the form of a graph.
 Focuses on manipulation of the data.
 Focuses on operational functionality.
 It tends to support a single functional
 It integrates the information flow area.
between functional areas.
Role of MIS

 Decision Making: information generation, communication problems and


helps in the process of decision making
 Coordination :coordination of different departments within the
organization so as to streamline the activities.
 Competitive Advantages: analyze the performance of the organization
and also to improve wherever necessary.
Impact Of MIS

 Information collection made easy


 This helps in forecasting and planning the activities in advance.
 Information available can be used effectively saving time.
 The use of computers enables the authorities to make use of various tools
available which were not possible manually.
 MIS provides a good understanding of the business.
 MIS a great impact on time ,efficiency and productivity of the business.
MIS: A support to management

 Planning: A selection from various alternatives-strategies, resources methods


etc
 Organization: A selection of s combination out of several combinations of the
goal people, resources, method and authority.
 Staffing :providing a proper manpower complement
 Directing: Choosing a method from the various methods of directing the efforts
in the organization.
 Coordinating: Choice of the tools and the techniques for coordinating the
efforts for optimum results.
 Controlling: A selection of the exceptional conditions and the decision
guidelines.

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