Recent Question/Assignment
PART A:
Demonstrate your understanding and knowledge gained about session’s material. Provide a short discussion (one paragraph) for each question on a Word document and upload through the courseware.
1. What assumptions did you make about Zara using information systems after reading the chapter and article?
2. Explain how your assumptions were supported or not supported by the class and professor discussions.
3. How is Zara different from other businesses in the use of information systems, and is this difference important to running a business?
4. The Zara case shows how information systems can impact every single management discipline. Which management disciplines were mentioned in the chapter and how does information technology impact each?
5. List 5 of the most important concepts or knowledge that you gained in this session.
Rubric-2 Points
Clearly identifies and summarizes main problem, question or issue. Identifies secondary or implicit issues. Examines the evidence and source of evidence; questions its accuracy, precision, relevance, completeness. Evidence of search, selection, and source evaluation skills; Analysis is used to clarify the issues and facilitate decision-making. Uses good judgment and insight in the reflection of learning.
PART B:
Week 1 - Information Systems Strategy Triangle
Business Strategy Elements Organizational Strategy Elements Information Strategy Elements
Impacts between the elements:
Industry Strategy Elements Industry Organizational Strategy Elements Industry Strategy Elements
Similarities and differences:
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Recommended actions and decisions:
Rubric
1 Point – Summary of issue is mostly accurate but some aspects are confused or lack the use of evidence; Supporting material is qualified and selective, though perhaps unintentional. Random sources selected adequately meet the information need. Analysis has limited ability to help clarify the issues and facilitate decision-making. Concepts are not clearly communicated. Little attempt is made to find answers in lectures and readings.
2 Points – Clearly identifies and summarizes main problem, question or issue. Identifies secondary or implicit issues. Examines the evidence and source of evidence; questions its accuracy, precision, relevance, completeness. Evidence of search, selection, and source evaluation skills; Analysis is used to clarify the issues and facilitate decision-making. Uses of all resources (lecture, textbook, course materials, self-research) are used to shape the responses. Communication of responses is unique from other students.