How are information systems transforming business, and why are they so essential for running and managing a business today? • Describe how information systems have changed the way businesses operate...

How are information systems transforming

business, and why are they so essential for running and managing a business today?

• Describe how information systems have

changed the way businesses operate and

their products and services.

• Identify three major new information system trends.

• Describe the characteristics of a digital firm.

• Describe the challenges and opportunities

of globalization in a “flattened” world.

• List and briefly describe the six strategic

business objectives of information systems.