Information Systems- Bookstore

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Contents Executive Summary 3 Introduction to the Industry 4 Industry Defined 4 Types Of IS Used In the Industry 4 Introduction to the Company 4 Appeal to Strategic Issues 5 Use of Information Systems 5 Gaining a Competitive Advantage 5 Current Model 5 Gaining a Competitive Advantage 6 Business Strategy and Problems 6 Strategic Benefits 6 Business Strategy 7 Strategic Problems 7 Use and Management of Data 8 Data Management 8 Usage 8 Concerns 8 Privacy and Ethics 8 Security, Privacy and Ethics 9 Security and Policies 9 The Effect of Data & Security on the Information System 10 Advantages 10 Disadvantages 10 Alternatives for Future Technology 11 Self-Scanning Technology: 11 Pros: 11 Cons: 11 Doing Nothing (Continuing Current System) 12 Pros: 12 Cons: 13 Application (Apps) Integration: 13 Pros: 14 Cons: 14 Recommended Solution 15 Financial Evaluation: 15 Business Pressures: 16 Implementation Plan 17 Year 0-2 17 Year 1-3 18 Year 2-6+ 18 Contingency Plan 18 Appendix 1 19 Appendix 2 20 Appendix 3 21 References: 22 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Introduction The Durham College and UOIT Campus Bookstore operates in the book and retail industry. They offer products from books to merchandise and supplies. The company provides a convenient location for students to purchase these materials. There are three stores at different campus locations in Durham. The bookstore faces the task of addressing customer wait times to improve customer satisfaction at these locations. Use and Management of Data The data used by the company must be used in an effective and responsible manner while adhering to industry standards. The privacy of its customers is mandated through detailed acts and protocols. The data gathered can be a useful tool in an information system for the fine tuning of its business processes.
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