Structure of strategic information system

Structure of strategic information system
See also
Information theory Definition of controlling Information gap Information management Coordinative function of logistics Information needs Management information system Operational controlling Differences between control and controlling

A strategic information system (SIS) is a type of information system that is designed to support the long-term goals and objectives of an organization. Unlike operational information systems, which are focused on day-to-day activities and transactions, SISs are intended to give organizations a competitive edge by providing them with the information and tools they need to make better strategic decisions.

The basic elements of an information system for strategic-level management are:

• Reporting - software responsible for the visualization (in appropriate format) data obtained from the databases of the company and provide them to the managers according to their information needs
• Analysis and answers - management tools for direct manipulation of the supplied information, as well as performing response to ad-hoc questions about specific collections of information,
• Efficiency measurement - software that allows to define the key metrics reflecting the situation of the company and the construction of strategic scorecards and early warning systems,
• Analysis of trends - of primary key measures of business efficiency, allowing for a better understanding of the changes taking place in time and in relation to the impact of rapidly changing environment
• Assistance in strategic planning - optimizing decision making process at all levels of the strategic management
• IT infrastructure - database hardware and software, software for data conversion, data warehousing, data transmission and tools for accessing the data.

References

• Laudon, K. C., & Laudon, J. P. (2004). Management information systems: managing the digital firm. New Jersey, 8.

Author: Krzysztof Wozniak