Discussion Post
Information systems are integrated into all components of business today, but can they bring competitive advantage? Over the years, there have been many answers to this question.
• Describe some examples of information systems that have provided businesses with a competitive advantage.
• Why do you think this company succeeded or failed?
• How do you think the company in your example has or will continue to thrive?
• Remember based on our reading, a strategic information system attempts to do one or more of the following:
o Deliver a product or a service at a lower cost;
o Deliver a product or service that is differentiated;
o Help an organization focus on a specific market segment;
o Enable innovation.
• Here are some examples of information systems that fall into this category.
o Business Process Management Systems
o Electronic Data Interchange
The response should include a reference list. One-inch margins, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.