Management Information Systems
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In an era when the relationship between data and decision-making was still being defined, Management Information Systems presents a landmark collection of readings that cut to the heart of how organisations harness information to drive effective management. Edited by T. W. McRae and published under the authoritative Penguin Modern Management Readings imprint, this anthology assembles key thinkers and practitioners who collectively argue that the design, implementation, and control of information systems are not merely technical concerns, but strategic imperatives for modern enterprises. The volume chronicles the evolution of management thinking around data flows, system design, and organisational communication, offering readers a panoramic view of the discipline at a formative moment in its history. McRae's editorial hand is precise and purposeful, curating contributions that span theory and application with equal rigour, ensuring the collection speaks to both the academic and the seasoned professional. The anthology sits within a celebrated Penguin series that democratised access to cutting-edge management thought, placing serious scholarship within reach of a broad readership. The enduring relevance of its core questions — how does an organisation know what it knows, and how does that knowledge shape action? — ensures that this volume remains a compelling artefact for anyone curious about the intellectual foundations of the information age.
Author: T. W. Mcrae
Format: Paperback
Genre: Business & economics
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
In an era when the relationship between data and decision-making was still being defined, Management Information Systems presents a landmark collection of readings that cut to the heart of how organisations harness information to drive effective management. Edited by T. W. McRae and published under the authoritative Penguin Modern Management Readings imprint, this anthology assembles key thinkers and practitioners who collectively argue that the design, implementation, and control of information systems are not merely technical concerns, but strategic imperatives for modern enterprises. The volume chronicles the evolution of management thinking around data flows, system design, and organisational communication, offering readers a panoramic view of the discipline at a formative moment in its history. McRae's editorial hand is precise and purposeful, curating contributions that span theory and application with equal rigour, ensuring the collection speaks to both the academic and the seasoned professional. The anthology sits within a celebrated Penguin series that democratised access to cutting-edge management thought, placing serious scholarship within reach of a broad readership. The enduring relevance of its core questions — how does an organisation know what it knows, and how does that knowledge shape action? — ensures that this volume remains a compelling artefact for anyone curious about the intellectual foundations of the information age.