In environmental scanning,a firm may use information systems to:
A)transform inputs into products and services.
B)analyze the performance of its intranet.
C)identify external events that may affect it.
D)keep track of the temperature within its data centers.
E)develop a unified organizational culture.

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Environmental scanning involves gathering information about external events and factors that may impact a firm's operations. Using information systems, a firm can track and analyze data related to economic, political, technological, and social trends that could affect its business. This allows the firm to anticipate changes and respond quickly to new opportunities or threats. Choices A, B, D, and E are not directly related to environmental scanning.

In Environmental Scanning,a Firm May Use Information Systems To