10-1. As you might imagine, the chart of accounts for a manufacturing rm would be different from that of a service rm. Not surprisingly, service rms differ so much that software now exists for almost any type of rm that you could name. Think of yourself as an entrepreneur who is going to start up your own business. Now, research an Ofce Depot, Staples, or similar ofce supply store to nd at least two different software packages that you might use for the type of rm you are going to start up. What does the chart of accounts include? Are both software packages the same? What are the differences between the packages?

10-3. What are some typical outputs of an AIS? Why do system analysts concentrate on managerial reports when they start to design an effective AIS? Why not start with the inputs to the system instead?