Question 1

In organizations where primary information systems support only accounting activities, a reporting arrangement wherein the chief information officer reports to the ________ is practical.
A)chief executive officer
B)chief operating officer
C)chief financial officer
D)chief technology officer

Accepted Answer

Since the primary information systems in the organization only support accounting activities, it would be practical for the chief information officer to report to the chief financial officer who oversees financial operations and accounting activities in the organization.

Question 2

A ________ designs and writes computer codes.
A)technical writer
B)systems analyst
C)programmer
D)business analyst

Accepted Answer

A programmer is someone who designs and writes computer codes. Technical writers create documentation for software or technology products, systems analysts analyze and design computer systems, and business analysts analyze business processes and requirements.

Question 3

A ________ monitors, maintains, fixes, and tunes computer networks.
A)technical writer
B)network programmer
C)PQA test engineer
D)network administrator

Accepted Answer

A network administrator is responsible for monitoring, maintaining, fixing, and tuning computer networks. Technical writers write documentation, network programmers design and develop network software, and PQA test engineers are responsible for testing network products for quality assurance. Therefore, only the network administrator fits the description of monitoring, maintaining, fixing, and tuning computer networks.

Question 4

Which of the following is a responsibility of a small-scale project manager?
A)initiate, plan, manage, monitor, and close down projects
B)develop test plans, design and write automated test scripts, and perform testing
C)advise the chief information officer, executive group, and project managers on emerging technologies
D)help users solve problems and provide training

Accepted Answer

Initiating, planning, managing, monitoring and closing down small-scale projects is one of the main responsibilities of a small-scale project manager. The other options listed describe responsibilities of other roles such as a software tester, technology advisor or user support specialist.

Question 5

Protection of information assets is a major function of an information systems (IS)department.

Accepted Answer

Protection of information assets is a critical responsibility of an IS department as it ensures that sensitive data is safeguarded from any unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction. This protects the organization from security breaches and potential legal or financial consequences.

Question 6

Which of the following staff functions is at the top-most level of a typical senior-level reporting relationship?
A)chief information officer (CIO)
B)chief operating officer (COO)
C)chief technology officer (CTO)
D)chief financial officer (CFO)

Accepted Answer

The chief operating officer (COO) is typically at the top-most level of a senior-level reporting relationship. While the other staff functions listed may have important roles, they typically report to the COO or another senior executive.

Question 7

Which of the following is true if the development group of a company's information systems (IS)department is staffed primarily by programmers, test engineers, technical writers, and other development personnel?
A)The company develops programs in-house.
B)The company has a separate department for data warehousing.
C)The company has security issues with the department.
D)The company contracts work to other companies.

Accepted Answer

If the development group of a company's IS department is staffed primarily by programmers, test engineers, technical writers, and other development personnel, it means that the company has the capability to develop programs in-house. They have the necessary resources and expertise to design and build their own software applications.

Question 8

Which of the following is a responsibility of a systems analyst?
A)advising the chief information officer on emerging technologies
B)determining system requirements
C)monitoring and fixing computer networks
D)managing the IT department

Accepted Answer

Determining system requirements is a primary responsibility of a systems analyst. Advising the chief information officer on emerging technologies may be a part of their role, but it is not the primary responsibility. Monitoring and fixing computer networks may be a responsibility of a network administrator or IT support staff, and managing the IT department would be the responsibility of an IT manager or director.

Question 9

If a company's information systems (IS)related programs are not developed in-house, then the development group of the IS department will be staffed primarily by ________.
A)test engineers
B)systems analysts
C)technical writers
D)programmers

Accepted Answer

Systems analysts are primarily responsible for bridging the gap between business requirements and technology solutions. When a company outsources its IS development, systems analysts play a crucial role in understanding business needs, defining system requirements, and ensuring that the externally developed systems meet these requirements. They are less involved in direct programming but focus on analyzing and designing systems to be built by others.

Question 10

The ________ group manages the computing infrastructure, including individual computers, in-house server farms, networks, and communications media.
A)technology
B)operations
C)development
D)outsourcing relations

Accepted Answer

The operations group is responsible for managing the computing infrastructure and all related activities, including managing hardware and software resources, maintaining the network, and ensuring the smooth running of the organization's technological systems. The technology group typically focuses more on researching and developing new technology solutions, while the development group is responsible for creating software applications and other technology products. The outsourcing relations group is responsible for managing relationships with external vendors and service providers.

Question 11

The ________ evaluates new technologies, new ideas, and new capabilities and identifies those that are most relevant to the organization.
A)chief financial officer
B)supply chain manager
C)human resource manager
D)chief technology officer

Accepted Answer

The chief technology officer (CTO) is responsible for evaluating new technologies, new ideas, and new capabilities and identifying those that are most relevant to the organization. The other options listed are not typically responsible for this function. The chief financial officer (CFO) is responsible for financial planning and management, the supply chain manager is responsible for the coordination and management of the supply chain, and the human resource manager is responsible for managing the organization's human resources.

Question 12

The ________ group's purpose is to protect information assets by establishing standards and management practices and policies.
A)outsourcing relations
B)operations
C)development
D)data administration

Accepted Answer

The data administration group is responsible for managing and protecting an organization's data assets, including establishing standards, policies, and practices for data management and security.

Question 13

The ________ group investigates new information systems and determines how the organization can benefit from them.
A)outsourcing relations
B)development
C)technology
D)operations

Accepted Answer

The technology group is responsible for researching and evaluating new information systems and technology to determine how they can be utilized to benefit the organization. The outsourcing relations group is responsible for managing relationships with external vendors, the development group is responsible for creating and implementing new software or systems, and the operations group is responsible for the ongoing maintenance and management of existing systems.

Question 14

The ________ group within the information systems (IS)department manages the process of creating new information systems as well as maintaining existing information systems.
A)technology
B)operations
C)development
D)data administration

Accepted Answer

The development group within the IS department is responsible for creating new information systems and maintaining existing ones. The technology group focuses more on the hardware and software components, while the operations group manages the daily operations of the systems. The data administration group is responsible for managing the organization's data assets.

Question 15

________ is a title given to the principal manager of an organization's IS department.
A)Chief executive officer
B)Chief technology officer
C)Chief information officer
D)Chief operating officer

Accepted Answer

The title given to the principal manager of an organization's IS department is Chief Information Officer (CIO). The CIO is responsible for all aspects of the organization's information technology and systems. The other options, CEO, COO, and CTO, are all top-level management positions but are not specific to managing an organization's IS department.

Question 16

In an organization, the IS department's principal manager is called the ________.
A)chief information officer
B)chief executive officer
C)chief technology officer
D)chief operating officer

Accepted Answer

The chief information officer (CIO) is the principal manager of the IS department in an organization. They are responsible for overseeing the technology strategy and implementation, managing IT projects and budgets, and ensuring data security and privacy. The other choices (B, C, D) are not specifically responsible for the IS department, although they may have some oversight or decision-making authority over it.

Question 17

A ________ performs a wide range of activities such as programming, testing, database design, communications and networks, project management, and is required to have an entrepreneurial attitude.
A)systems analyst
B)consultant
C)small-scale project manager
D)database administrator

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

In organizations that operate significant nonaccounting information systems, such as manufacturers, a reporting arrangement wherein the chief information officer reports to the ________ is more common and effective.
A)chief technology officer
B)chief financial officer
C)chief security officer
D)chief executive officer

Accepted Answer

In organizations, especially those with significant nonaccounting information systems like manufacturers, it is more common and effective for the Chief Information Officer (CIO) to report directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This reporting structure ensures that the organization's information strategy is aligned with its overall business strategy, and it facilitates top-level decision-making and support for IT initiatives.

Question 19

An organization that wishes to leverage the power of social media and elastic cloud opportunities to help accomplish its goals and objectives should ideally turn to the ________ group within its IT department for information.
A)operations
B)development
C)technology
D)data administration

Accepted Answer

The technology group within the IT department is responsible for researching and assessing new technologies, including social media and cloud computing, and recommending them to the organization for adoption. They can provide valuable information on how to leverage these technologies to achieve the organization's goals and objectives. The operations group is typically responsible for maintaining the day-to-day IT infrastructure and services, while the development group focuses on creating new software applications. The data administration group is responsible for managing the organization's data and databases.

Question 20

Which of the following statements is true of the development group of a company's information systems (IS)department?
A)The size and structure of the group depends on whether programs are developed in-house or outsourced.
B)An important function of this group is to monitor user experience and respond to user problems.
C)This group plays a major role in organizations that have negotiated outsourcing agreements with other companies to provide equipment, applications, or other services.
D)The purpose of this group is to protect data and information assets by establishing data standards and data management practices and policies.

Accepted Answer

The size and structure of the development group depends on whether programs are developed in-house or outsourced. If programs are developed in-house, the group may be larger and have a more diverse set of skills. If programs are outsourced, the group may be smaller and focus on managing the relationship with the vendor.

B, C, and D are not accurate statements about the development group in an IS department. The responsibility for monitoring user experience and responding to user problems typically falls to the help desk or support team. The group that negotiates outsourcing agreements is typically the procurement or vendor management team. The responsibility for protecting data and information assets belongs to the security and compliance team.

Quiz 11: Information Systems Management

In organizations where primary information systems support only accounting activities, a reporting arrangement wherein the chief information officer reports to the ________ is practical.

A ________ designs and writes computer codes.

A ________ monitors, maintains, fixes, and tunes computer networks.

Which of the following is a responsibility of a small-scale project manager?

Protection of information assets is a major function of an information systems (IS)department.

Which of the following staff functions is at the top-most level of a typical senior-level reporting relationship?

Which of the following is true if the development group of a company's information systems (IS) department is staffed primarily by programmers, test engineers, technical writers, and other development personnel?

Which of the following is a responsibility of a systems analyst?

If a company's information systems (IS) related programs are not developed in-house, then the development group of the IS department will be staffed primarily by ________.

The ________ group manages the computing infrastructure, including individual computers, in-house server farms, networks, and communications media.

The ________ evaluates new technologies, new ideas, and new capabilities and identifies those that are most relevant to the organization.

The ________ group's purpose is to protect information assets by establishing standards and management practices and policies.

The ________ group investigates new information systems and determines how the organization can benefit from them.

The ________ group within the information systems (IS) department manages the process of creating new information systems as well as maintaining existing information systems.

________ is a title given to the principal manager of an organization's IS department.

In an organization, the IS department's principal manager is called the ________.

A ________ performs a wide range of activities such as programming, testing, database design, communications and networks, project management, and is required to have an entrepreneurial attitude.

In organizations that operate significant nonaccounting information systems, such as manufacturers, a reporting arrangement wherein the chief information officer reports to the ________ is more common and effective.

An organization that wishes to leverage the power of social media and elastic cloud opportunities to help accomplish its goals and objectives should ideally turn to the ________ group within its IT department for information.

Which of the following statements is true of the development group of a company's information systems (IS) department?