Scenario 02: Slice of Haven

Slice of Haven is a small, independent island neighbouring Tahiti, Philippines.It is underdeveloped and is also off the tourist path for most visitors to that area despite its many attractions.The island has a unique history with native ruins dating back to 800 years and with many historical buildings, forts, and other sites built during the past few centuries.

A few first-class hotels have been built along its beautiful white beaches, and less expensive accommodations are also available along beaches, in several towns and near several fishing villages.Its rain forests, rivers, striking mountains, and volcano cone could all be of interest to tourists.In addition, it has many restaurants that specialize in native dishes and fresh fish.

The government not only wants to increase tourism, but it also wants to increase trade by developing new markets for its tropical agricultural products.In addition, leaders hope to attract investment capital so that many of the unemployed residents can find jobs.

Two major airlines have regular flights to Slice of Haven, as do several small Philippines airlines.The island is on the tourist itinerary of only one cruise ship company.

Slice of Haven's Ministry of Commerce wants to launch a website and establish the supporting technology infrastructure that will promote offer sufficient information and provide link to appropriate sites to achieve the following:

1.Encourage tourism to the country;

2.Promote international trade with local companies; and

3.Most importantly, encourage residents to get trained, develop expertise, and support initiatives #1 and #2.

Please answer the following questions:

1.Articulate the goal of the organization and the role of information systems in clear and concise manner;

2.Analyze the industry and competitive marketplace as well as identify the best competitive strategy to pursue given the company's strengths and weaknesses;

3.Compare and contrast the top two eCommerce business models (advantage and disadvantages) that may suit the overall objective identified in #1 above and recommend the best eCommerce business model based on your analysis

4.Describe the nature, type, and role of each of the five components of information systems in supporting your recommended eCommerce business model to help the organization achieve its overall objectives; and

5.Recommend specific types of hardware, data storage, and networking requirements / technologies to support the effective deployment of the recommended eCommerce business model.