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Author: Wu, Simon IK ; Xue, Hua Cheng
Title: A strategic information system for small-sized enterprises
Journal Name: Euro Asia Journal of Management
Pub. Info: Jun. 2002, Vol.12, No.1, pp. 47-55
Abstract: Abstract : In the global competitive business market, Strategic Information Systems (SIS) is a key factor that affects the behavior of conducting business in small-sized enterprises (SSEs). If an appropriate SIS is developed, it definitely enables a corporation to share information resource effectively and efficiently. The purpose of this paper is to present a literature review on the development of Information System (IS) and how are they used in SSWs. It current trend of SIS in SSEs. At the end, we propose a conceptual model about how IS are used strategically to support strategic decision-makers, and helping SSEs differentiate themselves form competitors in the competitive market. Paragraph Headings: 1. Introduction 2. Evolution of its architecture 3. Development of SIS from IS 4. Current trend of SIS in SSEs 5. A model of SIS for SSEs 5.1. At the firm level 5.2. At the industry level 5.3. At the business level 6. Conclusion Figures: 1. Interrelationships among various information systems 2. An SIS model for SSEs