Recent advances in computer-based information technology have led to the creation of diverse decision support systems for managers. However, managers often have limited input in their development, which may hinder their effectiveness. The document emphasizes the importance of these systems in enhancing managerial effectiveness within organizations.

1. Answer ALL the questions below. How Effective Managers Use Information Systems Advances in
computer-based information technology in recent years have led to a wide variety of systems that
managers are now using to make and implement decisions. Largely, these systems have been
developed from scratch for specific purposes and differ significantly from standard electronic data
processing systems. Too often, unfortunately, managers have little say in the development of
these decision support systems; at the same time, nonmanagers who do develop them have a
limited view of how they can be used. Moreover, the difference between success and failure is the
extent to which managers can use the system to increase their effectiveness within their
organizations. QUESTION 1 (30 MARKS) 1.1 Critically discuss why Information Systems are
important to an organisation. (20 Marks) 1.2 Explain the Five resources that support information
systems. (10 Marks)