AIS in the Business WorldPapa John's International1. Why is the study of management concepts relevant to accounting information systems? 2. How could Papa John's use COSO's enterprise risk management framework to address the risks it faces?3. What considerations should Papa John's keep in mind when it comes to ensuring process consistency throughout its operations?4. How can Papa John's employ expectancy theory in motivating its employees?

Papa John's International Even in today's health-conscious society, pizza is still a dietary staple for many college students. And, according to the Motley Fool (www.fool.com), three companies dominate the market; one of those three is Papa John's International. (The other two are Pizza Hut and Domino's.) Papa John's trades its shares under the symbol PZZA, and holds about 7% of the market. As of 6 January 2014, Papa John's stock was trading at just over $45/share, with a total market capitalization of $1.96 billion. For an international company like Papa John's, consistency is very important. Customers want consistent food, prepared in a consistent way, regardless of where they purchase it. In addition, Papa John's faces a multitude of risks, many of which are associated with its international operations. The company's annual report of 2012 (http://ir.papajohns.com/annuals.cfm) listed several risks, including: . changes in consumer preferences or discretionary consumer spending could adversely impact our results; . food safety and quality concerns may negatively impact our business and profitability