Management Information System · Unit 4
Decision Making and Business Intelligence
Exam-focused notes for Decision Making and Business Intelligence (Management Information System, BIT353): what the TU syllabus asks and how it has actually been tested, with 8 solved past questions from this unit.
What this unit covers
- Types of decisions in organizations
- Decision-making process stages
- Business intelligence definition and applications
- Predictive analytics and big data analytics
- Role of BI in management decision-making
- Data quality importance and techniques
Types of decisions in organizations
Discuss different types of decisions. What are different stages of decision-making process?[10]
Decisions can be classified into several categories: Programmed Decisions: - Routine, repetitive decisions made under standard conditions - Follow established rules, policies, and procedures - Examples: Processing payroll, approving routine purchase orders,...
Full solved answer →Describe the types of decision and decision making process. [5]
Decisions in organizations are typically classified into three main categories: - These are routine, repetitive decisions made according to established procedures, rules, or policies - They follow a standard decision-making process - Examples: Approving lea...
Full solved answer →Business intelligence definition and applications
What is business intelligence? Explain predictive analytics and big data analytics in detail.[10]
Business Intelligence refers to the technologies, applications, and practices used by organizations to collect, integrate, analyze, and present business data to support decision-making processes. BI systems transform raw data into actionable insights that h...
Full solved answer →Define business intelligence. Explain predictive analytics and big data analytics in detail.[10]
Business Intelligence refers to the technologies, applications, and processes used to collect, integrate, analyze, and present business data to support decision-making and strategic planning. BI transforms raw data into actionable insights that help organiz...
Full solved answer →Role of BI in management decision-making
How do senior management use business intelligence in decision making? [5]
Business Intelligence (BI) enables senior management to transform raw data into actionable insights for strategic decision-making. Here are the key ways senior management utilizes BI: - BI tools analyze historical trends and market data to support long-term...
Full solved answer →Discuss the business value of improved decision-making. How does it impact organizational success? [5]
Improved decision-making enables organizations to respond faster and more accurately to market opportunities and threats. Better decisions lead to: - Strategic positioning ahead of competitors - Faster adaptation to market changes - Innovation in products a...
Full solved answer →What role does business intelligence play in supporting middle management decision making? [5]
Business Intelligence (BI) refers to the technologies, tools, and processes used to collect, analyze, and present data to support organizational decision-making. For middle management, BI serves as a critical bridge between strategic planning and operationa...
Full solved answer →Data quality importance and techniques
Why is data quality crucial for business intelligence? Discuss the techniques used to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and reliability in databases.[10]
Data quality is fundamental to business intelligence because: 1. Decision-Making Reliability - BI systems support critical business decisions. Poor quality data leads to incorrect insights, flawed strategies, and financial losses. - Decisions based on inacc...
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