Abstract This paper explores the significance of datamanagement for small accounting firms and the concerns these firms have related to datamanagement costs and security issues. The paper interviews and surveys managers from fifty accounting firms.
Outline:
Abstract
Chapter 1-Introduction
Background
Purpose
Importance of This Research
Statement of the Problem
Specific Aims
Method of Inquiry
Limitations
Paper Organization
Chapter 2- Review of Related Literature
Purpose of Paper
Purpose of Chapter
Chapter Organization
The Importance of DataManagement for Accounting Firms
Chapter 3-Methodology
Purpose of Paper
Purpose of Chapter
Chapter Organization
Sampling Unit
Sampling Frame
Method of Selecting the Sample Elements
Participants
Data Analysis
Experimental Procedures
Research Hypotheses
Strengths and Weaknesses
Conclusion
From the Paper "It is important to note that several research studies related to data management systems for accounting companies have been carried out (Kahneman and Tversky, 1979; Johnson, 1990; Reckers, et al. 1993; Rutledge, et al. 1993; Asare, 1992; Lewis, et al. 1983; Messier, 1992; Bamber, et al 1991; Brown, 1985; Budescu and Weiss, 1987; Mowen, 1987; Pei, et al. 1992). However, no research has focused on the costs and security issues of data management systems for mid-sized accounting firms. Therefore this research will fill this vital gap existing in the literature of data management systems. The issue of data management security and costs for mid-sized accounting firms not only in the local but also in the global context has been a neglected subject. Despite its significance, very few research studies have actually presented a conceptual framework for high-quality data management systems. One reason for this can be the fact that data management security and costs issues are difficult to measure (Pei, et al. 1992). This study aims to fill this gap by exploring data management security and costs for mid-sized accounting firms. "
Abstract This paper discusses customer relationship management (CRM) across industry in general. The historical development within the call center environment is first examined and then its adoption by other industries in order to capitalize more effectively on customer data is examined. The paper concludes that data and datamanagement is increasingly at the core of CRM functionality.
Table of Contents:
Executive Summary
Overview
High-Level Description
Business Strategies
Users of the Systems
Detailed Description
Applications
Success
Failure
Conclusion
From the Paper "The consumers of CRM applications and technology are primarily larger firms with more than 500 employees and typically operating in more than one market. The popularity and ease of installation of many lesser known CRM applications has meant that almost any firm of any size can install and apply CRM to one degree or another with the only primary difference between them and larger companies being the degree of integration achieved across platforms and across the organization."
Tags: customization applications functionalities, call center, data mining
Abstract The paper looks at the benefits of master datamanagement programs and refers to the business information model (BIM) that is used by many companies to define their major business functions. The paper shows how information technology in a company, following proper roll-out, training and education, offers the potential for greatly cutting expenses, time and errors.
Outline:
Objective
Introduction
Linkage Between Business Functions and Processes
Five Primary Data Categories
Information Management as a Business Function
Summary of Benefits Linked to Technology Savvy Management
From the Paper "Today's technology and management functions cannot be viewed as separate functions because technology is the primary tool used by managers to deploy, implement, instruct, teach, and lead their teams in the business environment. This makes technology knowledge a key skill area for members of management in businesses today. Technology when used effectively can drive the business to new growth and expansion as well as allowing the business to attain never before levels of excellence and profitability however, in contrast when technology is ill-used all the business process are impacted and at every level of business."
Abstract This paper explains that all organizations, including Starbucks Corporation, must keep track of many types of data, such as payroll, inventory, or even a seating chart for an office, to be as an efficient organization as possible. The author points out that Starbucks, which is a Seattle neighbor of Microsoft, uses Microsoft operating systems and Office packages for its day-to-day operations; Microsoft Excel is a major organizational tool for store and district mangers for the plethora of information needed to coordinate operations. The paper relates that, for the massive operations, the company has instituted heavy firepower from Hewlett Packard and Oracle for their mainframe and database needs.
From the Paper "Starbucks as a corporation has over 4,500 retail stores with that number growing daily. But, the company also is a major seller and reseller of both unprocessed coffee and tea products worldwide. New business ventures recently implemented include new equity investments in bottled Frappuccino and DoubleShot coffee drinks as well as a coffee flavored line of premium ice creams. With all of these nuances, any and every aspect of the business requires a sound handle on data management."
Abstract This paper attempts to define a series of system integration and process re-definition strategies to enable field notes obtained during land surveying to be electronically cataloged and automated for more efficient use. The paper addresses the reliability of the data itself, which is captured and noted in field notebooks. The paper focuses primarily on how to automate what is today a highly manual repository of data existing in the 200 field notebooks that comprise the accumulated data to this point.
Outline:
Executive Summary
Starting with Change Management Is Critical
From Data Repository to Enterprise Content Management System
Advantages of Creating a Land Surveying Content Management System
Disadvantages of Creating a Land Surveying Content Management System
Proposed Costs
Considerations of Change Management
From the Paper "The disadvantages of implementing an automated system to better manage the land use notebooks center mainly on both the time needed during work hours to train users in new procedures for using the system, in addition to the costs of integration with other systems to keep the current one relevant over time."
"In the majority of instances there are many more costs associated with implementing a content management system than initially appear during the forecasting stage (Columbus and Murphy 2), and the level of integration with other systems continues to drive up the costs of these types of implementations. With all these shortcoming said however, the savings in efficiency and accuracy of queries does have a significant effect on the Return on Investment (ROI) of this type of program."
Abstract The paper overviews enterprise data storage management as well as the future trends in information management and data storage. The paper explores the information life cycle management (ILM) and tiered storage solutions for network storage. The paper also looks at other types of storage systems, like networked attached storage (NAS) and storage area network (SAN). A discussion on risk mitigation for each alternative is included as well as a discussion on electronic discovery and deduplication.
Outline:
Enterprise Data Storage
Data Storage Industry and where it is going
Information Life Cycle
Tiered Storage Solution
Networked Attached Storage
Storage Area Network
Cost Analysis
Risk Mitigation of each Alternative
E-discovery and Deduplication
Business Model
From the Paper "Data Storage is generally divided into two; one is customer storage, which only uses typical disk drives, flash drives or local hard disk in PC or in laptop. While Enterprise Data Storage is the mainly use for large enterprise storage for big industry or company. The data that is being stored in this centralize storage comes from a variety of source, it can either come from customer transactions, that can come from the different parts of the globe, it can also include local data storage for development purposes, like these storage can hold data samples for integration testing and Users Acceptance Testing by both the development team and the customers respectively."
Abstract This paper is a field study that presents the resource management for Lake Wivenhoe, a set of procedures established to maintain Lake Wivenhoe's quality at an acceptably high level, its certainty being guaranteed and its lifespan indefinite, if all appropriate decisions are made. This report investigates the theme of sustainable resource management and the implications that could occur if certain actions are not taken. The author states that the data came from local sources and field observation. Includes an attractive presentation and graphs.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Data Collection
Data Presentation and Analysis
Rural Management Grazing
Trees
Runoff
Agriculture
Education of Framers
Monitoring
Wildlife
Fencing
Recreational Management Fishing
Boating
Camping
Picnicking
Education
Publications
Commercial and Industrial Management SEQ Water Board control
Hydroelectric Power
Scientific Management Seismology
Water Quality
Rainfall and Runoff Monitoring
Flood Mitigation
Findings
Rural Management Recreational Management Commercial and Industrial Management Scientific Management Conclusion
From the Paper "The SEQ water Board is the corporation that is in control of managing Lake Wivenhoe and its surrounding lakes. The Water Board has had over 15 years? experience running the lake at the highest standard possible. It is a stable corporation that that can control its own finances without any political interference. Also, it has always followed the guidelines set up by the government on water quality. The SEQ Water Board receives no government funding and is therefore responsible for its own financial state."
Abstract This paper states that knowledge management involves the management of data in a way that transforms data into useful knowledge. This paper declares that almost all of the information developed by a hospital organization will relate in some way to specific patients. The author provides tables which illustrate the recommended logical and designs for the information system to support the knowledge management strategy for the UCLA Neuropsychiatric Hospital.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Developing a Knowledge Management Strategy
Designing the Knowledge Management Strategy
Information Requirements
Designing the Information Technology Support System
Implementing the Knowledge Management Strategy
Evaluating the Proposed Knowledge Management Strategy
From the Paper "The soft systems analysis framework will provide the basis for the implementation of the knowledge management strategy for the UCLA Neuropsychiatric Hospital. This framework has nine stages. The stages of the implementation will be as follows: (1) systems analysis, (2) systems design, (3) equipment selection and acquisition, (4) programming, (5) testing and conversion, (6) installation, (7) operation, (8) maintenance and enhancement, and (9) follow up evaluation. The basis for soft systems analysis framework is a standard approach to problem solving."
This paper discusses the use of data mining, a technique using sophisticated computer software to scour a company's database looking for specific management information.
Abstract This paper defines data mining to help senior management to manage and direct the company more effectively. The author points out the types of data. The paper reviews methods of data mining including the software.
From the Paper "Domestic and global business competition is fierce. Companies must look for new tools to give them a competitive advantage. Technology has added an additional layer of competitive tools commonly called data mining technology or data mining software. For many firms seeking to improve their competitive edge, the ability to perform data mining is rapidly becoming a necessity rather than a luxury. Data mining involves the extraction of hard to find information from large databases that companies normally maintain. Data mining tools can help businesses predict future ..."
Tags:data mining, techniques, tools, models, practical applications, competitive advantage, public and private sector applications, widespread acceptance
Abstract The paper defines the advantages of computerizing manually-based loan management systems. The paper provides definitions of hardware, software and integration requirements for completing the development of a computerized loan management system where manual processes are automated. This proposal includes integration of loan modeling and pricing data in real-time data and supports the uploading of loan quotes into the distributed loan management system (DLMS).
Outline:
Introduction
Technology Project Plans: DLMS Application Development and Real-Time Integration for Loan Modeling and Pricing Data
From the Paper "The primary design goal of this project is to create thin client-based application that can easily be delivered through a browser to any sales representative at any time. The reliance on J2EE programming standards for integrating application logic to the graphical interface is undergoing a significant change today with the widespread use of AJAX programming as well. While this emerging programming standard is admittedly complex, the essence of it is that only the changed parts of a web page or web application are propagated to the user interface via the browser. For DLMS systems to be truly thin-client and deliver the level of performance necessary even in dial-up and slow DSL connections, the use of AJAX is a requirement for this project."
Abstract This paper describes that data structure is a way of storing data in a computer so that it can be used efficiently. The paper then goes on to describe how computers store the said data in terms of binary data presentations using Boolean logic. Furthermore, the paper describes data in the form of bits, along with converting binary data into decimals. Lastly, the paper talks about a computer's physical memory, which is based on one of two systems: (1) Random access memory (RAM), or (2) Read-only memory (ROM), and goes on to talk specifically about different coding systems.
From the Paper "Data directly supported by CPU are called primary data type or machine data type computers. CPUs also process complex data type such as string, array, text files, databases, and image data such as MP3, jpeg, and mpeg. However, 64-bit and the 128-bit use different math functions in order to maintain portability. In each case, there is a signed and unsigned integer type associated with each. Excess notation is a format that is used to represent a signed integer and represents numbers in order and at the transition point; the high-order bit is set at zero. This represents the excess number. Positive numbers are above in order, negative below (Burd 78). Zero represents the excess identifier therefore; the excess 16 notation shows the value for zero is the bit pattern for 16 that is 10000."
Tags: RAM systems, data structure, software, boolean logic, memory
Abstract This paper examines how the involvement of the internet has significantly changed supply chain management, making electronic data interchange (EDI) available to smaller companies. It looks at how the use of the internet in both smaller and larger firms, has enabled a new degree of transparency across supply chains, causing supply chain management to become a pivotal part of competition across industries.
Outline
Introduction
Electronic Data Interchange
Effects of the Internet
Industry Dynamics
Statistical Data Electronic Market
Concerning Issues
Enhanced Efficiency
Future Trends
Conclusions
From the Paper "In the past information diffusion across supply chains was largely through the movement of paper. Primarily invoices, purchase orders and bills were the main information moving across supply chains. Information technology and telecommunications were not significantly contributors to supply chain management, and information sharing was significantly limited. In the decades preceding the 1980's, despite the existence of EDI technology, using a value added network, inter-company information sharing was limited due to a fear of losing competitive advantage. It was largely perceived that through the distribution of insightful information, such as inventory levels and production schedules, competitive advantage would be lost."
Abstract This paper examines the hospitality industry, one of the largest industries in both global and national contexts. It looks at how the industry is composed of fifteen segments including lodging (hotels), commercial food service (restaurants and catering), institutional food service, casinos, cruise lines, travel agency services, event services, convention hosting, arena services, sport complex management, resorts, parks, clubs, tourism and transportation services related to the other segments of the industry. It show how this complex industry accounts for more jobs, sales and tax revenues than any other single industry in most countries and how the segments of the hospitality industry are interdependent and rely on one another for overall success.
Outline
Introduction
Defining Hospitality
Importance of Industry
Structure of Text
Tourism, Travel and the Hospitality Industry
Status of the Industry
Importance to Hospitality
Agency Relations Trends
Property Development
Development
Design
Acquisition and Financing
Creating Value
Brand Management Franchising
International Operations
Tourism, Travel and the Hospitality Industry
Status of the Industry
Importance to Hospitality
Agency Relations
Trends
Property Development
Development
Design
Acquisition and Financing
Creating Value
Brand Management Franchising
International Operations
Strategic Management Industry Relationships
External Environment
Importance of Change
Planning
Finance Management Revenue Control
Yield Management Cost Control
Financial Statement Analysis
Balance Sheet
Income Statement
Cash Flow Statement
Legal Issues
Contract Law
Liability Exposure
Diversity Issues
Discrimination Law
Employment Law
Information Management Computer Systems
DataManagement Data Analysis and Application
Operational Technology
Check-In and Check-Out
Security Technology
Guest-Oriented Technology
Guest Room
Technology
Special Facilities
Operations Management Security and Loss Prevention
Sanitation Issues
Maintenance Management Energy Management Organizational Management Organizational Structure
Organizational Behavior
Organizational Communication
Organization of Work
Human Resource Management Functions
Recruitment and Retention
Compensation Management Marketing Management Planning
Strategy Development
Promotion
Sales Management Developing Customer Value
Lodging Management Food and Beverage Management Casino Management Event Management Conventions
Conferences
Resort Management Professional Standards
Codes of Conduct
Best Practices
Benchmarking
From the Paper "In 1988, tourism once again began a rise. This time, however, the crisis in the Middle East that eventually erupted into the Gulf War brought tourism to a screeching halt. When the Gulf War ended, tourism was once again expected to begin a growth phase. By that time, however, the United States had entered into another economic recession, and economic activity in most of the other industrial nations had begun to slow. At that time, recovery in the travel industry was not expected to occur until the mid-1990s."
Abstract This study attempts to prove that the basis for establishing an effective earned value management system lies in the ability of project managers to understand its benefits and functionality across broad ranges of projects. Additionally, this study attempts to show how earned value management systems may be simplified for use in small project environments as well as large project environments. Finally, this study also shows that the benefits of an EVMS far outweigh the costs associated with its implementation.
Introduction
Review of Relevant Literature and Research
Research Methodology
Research Technique
Research Design
Survey Population
Sources of Data The Data Gathering Instrument
Pilot Study
Pretest
Distribution Method
Reliability
Validity
Treatment of Data and Procedures
Results
Discussion
From the Paper "EVM can help identify inefficiencies and problems at early stages, and thus allow for remedial measures to occur before problems get out of hand. Another criticism received of earned value is that it is only applicable in large corporate settings; the methodology is presumed not to be functional or applicable to smaller projects (Barlow, 1998). When EVM is used correctly however, it can be applied in both small and larger corporate settings."
Abstract This research paper examines the problems associated with enterprise risk management (ERM), demonstrates the seriousness and significance of these problems to the well-being of a company and comes up with ideas that show how ERM problems can be reduced in size. The study also attempts to identify the businesses that are struggling with ERM so that they can be assisted, as well as show how ERM has been evaluated and treated throughout history, since it was not always recognized as being as legitimate as it is today. The study encompasses all of the important components of ERM, from its background to recommendations for the future and attempts to show all of the concerns that are being dealt with, how serious enterprise risk management really is, and whether more should be done in the study of it to help more companies improve the quality of the lives of those that work for them.
Table of Contents
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of the Study
Importance of the Study
Scope of the Study
Rationale for the Study
Overview of the Study
Review of Related Literature
The Definition of Leadership
Leadership in the Hotel Industry
Technology in the Hotel Industry
The Impact of Leadership in Technology Implementation
Technology Leadership
Methodology
Research Design Approach
Population and Sample
Collection and Tabulation of Data Data Analysis Procedure
Limitations of the Study
Questionnaire
Analysis of the Data Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations
From the Paper "Now that leadership has been defined it is more important to turn the attention towards the specifics such as leadership within the hotel industry. This is one of the areas and businesses that the researcher has chosen to use as an example of ERM. This is also done because it is easier to see how everything fits together within ERM if a specific industry is looked at and used as an example Most of the information can also be generalized to many other industries. This area will include not only the role of the leader but transformational leadership as well. Both of these are very important considerations when it comes to leadership within the hotel industry. Naturally, the role that the leader plays in this type of industry is vital because he or she often has so many demands on his or her time that managing things correctly and leading people appropriately is something that must be dealt with carefully and properly."
