Russell ackoff management misinformation systems

Assignment

Information Needs for the AIS

In 1967, Russell Ackoff presented a classical analysis of misinformation in management (Ackoff’s Management Misinformation Systems, Case 1-1, and pg. 21 of the text). Now, you need to fast-forward to the present. After reading the case, craft your own version of misinformation in management by developing five (5) key incorrect assumptions that management makes about its accounting information systems.

For this assignment, research the Internet or Strayer databases for information related to improper assumptions concerning accounting information systems.

Write a six to eight (6-8) page paper Original and fresh in which you:

1. Based on your research, assess how corporate leaders may make improper assumptions related to accounting information systems and the related information. Indicate the most negative potential impacts on business operations related to these assumptions. Provide support for your rationale.

1. Suggest three to four (3-4) ways in which organizational performance may be improved when information is properly managed within a business system. Provide support for your rationale.

1. Evaluate the level of system security (i.e., high, medium, low) needed to ensure information integrity within automated business systems. Provide support for your evaluation.

1. Use at least four (4) quality resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and similar Websites do not qualify as quality resources.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

1. Examine and use data flow diagrams and flowcharts to understand, evaluate, and design information systems.

1. Evaluate the approaches and techniques that are used to commit and prevent computer fraud.

1. Use technology and information resources to research issues in accounting information systems.

1. Write clearly and concisely about accounting information systems using proper writing mechanics.

Case study

The Web site for this book contains an adaption of Russell L.Ackoff’s classic article “Management Misinformation Systems” from Management Science. In the article, Ackoff identified five common assumptions about information systems and then explained why he disagreed with them. Required Read the five assumptions, contentions, and Ackoff’s explana-

tions. For each of the five assumptions, decide whether you agree or disagree with Ackoff’s contentions. Prepare a report in which you defend your stand and explain your defense