Understanding the

concept of MIS within

the business context.

The concept of MIS within business contextcan be understood by the followings:

Transaction Processing System (TPS)Value Chain ModelStrategic Use Of IT

Transaction Processing System (TPS)

Transaction processing is a style of computing that divides work into individual, indivisible operations, called transactions.

There are two basic types of Transaction Processing Systems:1)Batch Processing 2)Real Time Processing

Batch Processing Batch Processing transactions is the processing

as the collection/storage of data at the time of the event with actual updating of the database later when it is scheduled or there is enough data.

Its example may be a Bank account which accumulates over a period of time

Real Time Processing

Real time transaction processing as the immediate processing of data with the database updated as the transaction is being carried out.

An example may be the Bank ATM and POS terminal, both of which have user input which requires immediate feedback.

Value Chain ModelThere are two kinds of activities can be conducted

from any organization. They are primary activities and support activities.

1. Primary Activities: Inbound logistics Operations Outbound logistics Marketing and Sales Service

2. Support Activities: Organizational infrastructure HR management Technology development Procurement

Strategic Use of IT:Strategic use of IT business organization can lead

towards following:

Business starts with IT Can change the ways business compete Can help meet strategic goals