In this project, you will demonstrate your mastery of the following outcomes:

• Describe various client systems and their interrelationships that comprise organizations management information systems
• Describe the flow of data into and through organizations for determining which client systems will supply data needed to address specific business problems
• Determine which client information systems will produce appropriate reports that inform business decisions
• Develop clear communications to stakeholders that explain solutions or next steps in addressing business problems

Overview

Management information systems (MIS) is the study of people, technology, and organizations. The driving force behind MIS is to improve peoples lives through technology. Businesses use the information to improve their current operations. They require employees who are capable and able to understand the data to do so. MIS professionals keep systems for finding and storing data to allow an organization and its stakeholders to make the most informed decisions possible. Knowing how to gather information and work collaboratively to find solutions will give you hands-on experience in the role of a business analyst.

In the final project, youll review a scenario related to MIS at a fictional company. You will create a detailed report of the information-gathering process and an executive summary for the stakeholders at the organization. After reviewing the scenario, youll be asked to identify the business needs related to data, the current client systems, and the storage and accessibility of the data. Next, youll be tasked to come up with ideas about linking the data from the various business systems to produce reports. Finally, youll compose an executive summary for the stakeholders by using clear communication that addresses questions about business needs.

Scenario

SNHU Clothing is a small clothing retailer that is expanding rapidly across the East Coast. It sells clothing and accessories for men, women, and children. The company has one physical location, but its online sales have grown significantly over the last few years. The company has a total of 10 employees. The leadership team of SNHU Clothing consists of an IT manager, a sales manager, a warehouse manager, a manager of manufacturing and product design, and a business analystyou!