Question 2 BMX Company Ltd is a production entity based in Kadapa village with over 500 employees at both managerial and operational levels. During the end of year management meeting, it was resolved that new computerised automated machinery be purchased, provide computers and an information system to their staff. Management is convinced that automation will increase the company's level of production. Experts have advised management to buy computers with the right specifications as per company's needs, ensure proper maintenance of the computers, train and sensitise all the employees regarding the ethical issues related to the use of computers.

Required: As an information systems expert, Management of BMXhas contracted you to:

(a) Explain any three specifications to be considered when purchasing new computers and why those specifications are important. (6 marks)

(b) explain to the employees any four ways to ensure proper maintenance of computers. (8 marks)

(c) briefly discuss any three ethical issues that may arise as a result of using computers. Question 3 Every computer user needs to ensure security of information on the computer system. Backing up of data on storage devices is one secure mechanism that can be adopted. It is not always safe to back up data on only one storage device, data can therefore be backed up on different storage devices using appropriate file management instructions like cut, copy and paste among others. In a bid to improve on data security and storage Mate Events Ltd (MEL) wishes to offer a refresher training to their employees. Aware that you are an information systems' expert, you have been requested by Management of MEL to offer a refresher training to the employees about storage devices and file management.

Required: (a) Explain to the employees of MEL any three: (i) storage devices that can be used to back up information. (6 marks) (ii) safety precautions that can be taken to ensure durability of storage devices. (6 marks) (b) Explain to the employees any two instances where the file management functions mentioned in the scenario are used during data management. (4 marks) (c) Describe to the employees of MEL any four steps which can be followed to format a new DVD to enable it save data quickly and appropriately.

Question 4 Bwandare Enterprises Ltd (BEL) is a maize milling company that was established in 1990 by a group of missionaries. Since its inception, the company has been using an off -shelf software suite that has a number of application software to manage the data of the organisation. The Accountant of BEL has for a long time used Excel in his computations. He says Excel is user friendly and has many advantages. Off -shelf software has been praised by several other employees of the milling company. However, BEL has to pay annual licence to use the software suite which is very expensive, data from different departments is continuously being lost and as the company expands the off shelf software has failed to accommodate the enterprise's changing needs. Owing to the above and many other reasons, the enterprise has been advised to develop a customised software.

Required: a)Explain the meaning of the following. (i) Customised software (ii) Off - shelf software (iii) Office suite b)Explain to the management of BEL the use of anyother twoapplication software found in the software suite that company has been using to manage the data of the organisation. (4 marks)

(c) Briefly discuss any two advantages of excel that the accountant of the organisation has been enjoying. (4 marks) (d) Apart from the demerits mentioned in the scenario above, explain any three reasons why BEL is opting for the customised software.

Question 5 Bamwe Catering Services (BCS) has three different restaurants namely Indian Cuisine Restaurant, Turkish Cuisine Restaurant and Ugandan Cuisine Restaurant which doubles as the main branch. The restaurants are located at Plot 46, Kapika Road, Plot55 Egel Road, and plot 67 of Kimalu Road in Kampala district respectively. Due to the increased number of customers, Mr. Kimuli, the Manager of (BCS) wishes to install a computer network that will connect the three restaurants in-order to achieve the following: Network all its branches to the main branch so as to access internet. Install an Information system which helps in easy access of information from all branches. Usedifferent internet browsers to access the website of BCS so that customers can order food on line and if need be pay on-line. Use social network applications to connect with their customers, suppliers and other stakeholders. Appreciate the many advantages of using a computer network Aware that you are an Information Systems expert, Mr. Kimuli has invited you to give a talk about internet and types of network.

Required:

(a) With examples, explain the meaning of the following terms as used in the scenario above. (i) Browser (2 marks) (ii) Social network applications (2 marks) (b) (i) Suggest the appropriate type of computer network that Mr. Kimuli

(c)Apart from the type of network recommended in (b) above, explain any three other network types that the employees of BCS may need to know. (6 marks)

Twezimbe firm deals in retail of glassware. The firm is managed by its partners; Muje, Kamyu, Kengo and Logoma. Its business has thrived over the years. This has enabled the firm to set up two branches in the nearby urban centres. However, recently there are some challenges that have come up. Last month, Muje received Shs 3 million from Blanco Ltd, which was a booking for party glassware. The understanding was that as soon as Twezimbe firm stocks up, Blanco would be sure to get the booked glassware before being sold off to other customers. The new stock took some time to arrive at the firm's stores, so Muje used part of the money to redecorate a branch office and part of it to repaint his home. When Blanco Ltd later demanded for its party glassware after the arrival of the new stock, Twezimbe firm declined to hand over the glassware claiming that Blanco Ltd dealt with Muje and that the company was to follow up the matter with Muje personally. It also transpired that Kamyu, the latest partner to join the firm found when thefirm had been extended goods on credit, fortunately, the grace period was still on. The grace period has now expired and all creditors are demanding for payment. In a firm meeting concerning credit payments, it was proposed that all the firm profits be used to cater for debts repayment. Kamyu has objected to the proposal but the other partners insist that the profits be used to repay the debts. The partners have also developed misunderstandings with Kengo. In many business transactions he carries out for the firm, he rarely updates them, in fact sometimes they get to know about them when they are concluded. A case in point is the recent business transaction worth Shs 30 million. When the other partners inquired why he opted not to inform them, Kengo replied that that they didn't have to worry. Kengo is also not happy with the other partners. This follows a recently incident in which he incurred some extra expenses while carrying out the firm's business, and none of the partners was giving a go-ahead for are fund his money.

Required: Identify all the relevant issues and resolve them.

Question 3 Kibo Ltddeals in sale of insecticides. One day, Shingezi, a secretary at Farm Fruits Ltd engaged Kibo Ltd to spray locusts that had invaded her farm. Kibo Ltd sprayed the locusts at a cost of Shs 500,000 of which Shingezi had paid only Shs 100,000 as deposit. Later, Shingezi recommended Kibo Ltd to spray locusts that had invaded her company's farm at a fee of Shs 4 million. On completion of the work, Farm Fruits Ltds director drew a blank cheque after crossing it 'not negotiable'. The director instructed Shingezi to write the company's name on it and the Shs 4 million that was due to the company. Shingezi instead wrote Kibo Ltd on the cheque as payee and Shs 4.4 million which was to be full settlement of money due from Farm Fruits Ltdand her personal debt as well. After Kibo Ltd had cashed the cheque and received the money, it later received a demand note from Farm Fruits Ltdto repay the money received. In a similar development, Njolo, an employee of Kibo Ltd filled in a cheque for Shs 2 million in figures, with no amount in words written on it. It was to be cashed from Nsimbi Bank as payment due to Pesa Ltd for some supplies made. When Njolo took the cheque to the finance director, he signed it without any question. After the director had signed, Njolo added figure '1' in front of '2' to make the amount Shs 12 million, and wrote 'twelve million shilling' in words. Njolo cashed the cheque on behalf of Pesa Ltd, handed over Shs 2 million to Pesa Ltd and has since then disappeared. Kibo Ltd is now demanding repayment of the extra money taken by Njolo from Nsimbi Bank. It has also transpired that some members of Pesa Ltd are facing challenges. Geetu, who previously had three shares had purchased four of Moni's shares, and Moni had signed a transfer form in her favour for the shares. Geetu handed over the documents to the company office but the changes were yet to be effected in the register. Geetu was shocked to find out that when dividends were paid, she was paid for only three shares. On inquiry, the only response Geetu got was that she should not complain. In another development, Musika, the legal representative of a deceased member is battling with Pesa Ltd as well. Pesa Ltd declined to pay him any dividends in respect of the deceased member's shares yet other members had already been paid.

Required: Raise the relevant issues and resolve them.

Question 4 Ngeso and Dunga are directors of Truestar Ltd, which was incorporated several years ago. The company affairs have been managed quite well over the years until Dunga's son, Zizi, was allowed to join the company as a director. At one time, Ngeso discovered that Zizi had used some of the company profits to furnish his father's house, prior to his parents' wedding anniversary which was against the company's policy. When Ngeso queried the expenditure, Dunga responded that the company and a company director were one and the same, since the company's existence also depended on them. In another incident, Truestar Ltd invited firm to offer audit services. A number of firms expressed interest to audit the company books but all their experiences fell short of what was required. Zizi recommended Mbala firm and a background check was done. It was found that Mbala firm had several years' experience but it mainly audited for organisations and institutions which were in rural areas. All the firm's partners except one were not members of the professional accounting body. A notice was sent to members with the intention of appointing Mbala firm as auditor, but some members were skeptical about the choice of auditor. In the meantime, another incident happened, Truestar Ltd wanted to partner with BDIL international, a worldwide dealer in different kinds of businesses. Among the businesses were textiles, electronics, manufacturing equipment, plastics among others. One member of Truestar Ltd informed the directors that BDIL international also dealt in firearms and other light weapons with some unfriendly countries, which may jeopardize the business reputation of Truestar Ltd. The directors, however, brushed away his fears, insisting that it would be good business for the company. Ngeso followed up the BDIL international concern and suggested that they do not take on partnerships hurriedly. This prompted Dunga and Zizi to call for a directors' meeting. Among other things, they wanted to discuss about informing members at the next general meeting the idea of having only two directors. Their plan was to resolve for the removal of Ngeso. Ngeso feels unable to continue with company's affairs, if possible he thinks the company should be dissolved.

Required: Raise and resolve all the relevant issues.

Question 5 (a) Explain the practical consequences of registration of a company. (10 marks) (b) Explanations the contents of an annual return of a company without share capital.

Question 6 Explain the circumstances under which: (a) Alteration of a company's articles of association will not be valid. (10 marks) (b) A company's memorandum of association may be altered in respect of its objects. (10 marks