MAULANA MAZHARUL HAQUE ARABIC & PERSIAN

UNIVERSITY,PATNA

Assignment
ON
Management Information System

*Submitted to*
*Respected Mr. FAIYAZ HUSSAIN Sir*

Subject: Management Information System

Prepared By :- Syed Nadeem Ali

Class Roll No :- 033
University Roll No :- 181210800031 TM

Session :- 2017-2019

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Course :- Master of Business Administration (M.B.A)
Semester :- Fourth ( 4th )
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Subject: Management Information System
 To start off with a definition: ‘An OAS is a computer-based information system that collects,
processes, stores and transmits electronic messages, documents and other forms of communication among
individuals, work groups and organizations’. Basically OASs are a combination of different types
technologies such as word processors, spreadsheets, electronic mail, and so on. The aim of a OAS is to help
employees who need to process information efficiently, improve productivity.

There are 3 types of OASs:

1.Document Management System (DMS)

A DMS replaces or is used in addition to a paper filling system. An electronic system makes filing data far
more efficient and easier to manage, not to mention its cost effectiveness. Furthermore, for companies with
offices in different locations, a paper filing system is impractical. Files can be shared far more easily
between office through a centralised electronic database.

2. Message Handling Systems (MHS)

A MHS is a system that delivers mail electronically. It is made up of 4 functional components;

• Mail User Agent (e.g Outlook)

• Message Transfer Agent (e.g Microsoft Exchange)
• Message Store (e.g POP)
• The Internet’s SMTP (e.g Microsoft Mail)

3.Teleconferencing Systems

Teleconferencing can be described as electronic communications by two or more persons or groups that are
in separate offices or geographic locations. The system operates through phone line or satellite.
Teleconferencing can be very beneficial for companies as it saves time and money as employees don’t have
to travel long distances to attend a meeting.

The main advantages and disadvantages of OAS include:

Advantages

• Tasks accomplished faster

• Less storage space needed
• Multiple people can be contacted simultaneously Subject: Management Information System

Disadvantages

• Older staff may have difficulties working the system

• If something is misfiled it is a lot harder to find
• Cost of setting up and maintaining system TM

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