Framework Model on Enterprise Information System Based on Internet of Things
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 6, December 2014
Pages:
55-59
Received:
6 December 2014
Accepted:
17 December 2014
Published:
22 December 2014
Abstract: A high degree of information sharing can enable manufacturing and services industry to optimize business processes and improve the core competitiveness and innovation ability. This paper aims to explore a framework model to build a kind of management information system based on Internet of things. Starting from the demand and functions of the system, we firstly outline a conceptual model based on sensing networks. Next, we construct the systemic framework and illustrate its running procedure in detail. Finally, we give experimental schemes designed for each module under J2EE platform. Practical application proves that our system can display the important information of tracking object in real time and achieve a more efficient management. Based on this model, people can further research and establish custom rules used to general information processing, make manufacturing and services enterprises build a modern information system more efficiently and faster, and facilitate practical application for Internet of things technology.
Abstract: A high degree of information sharing can enable manufacturing and services industry to optimize business processes and improve the core competitiveness and innovation ability. This paper aims to explore a framework model to build a kind of management information system based on Internet of things. Starting from the demand and functions of the syste...
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Influence of Task Characteristics on Adoption of Project Management Information System in Non-Governmental Organizations’ Projects in Nakuru Town (Kenya)
Tobias Oyugi,
Harriet Kidombo,
Ouinter Omware
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 6, December 2014
Pages:
60-68
Received:
17 December 2014
Accepted:
22 December 2014
Published:
27 December 2014
Abstract: In the world today, Management Information System (MIS) is a buzz in all aspects of our economy in managing people and organizational processes; this is aimed at enhancing economic competitiveness and guaranteeing customer satisfaction. Whereas there is consensus that MIS has huge effect on a firm’s productivity, the effects are only realized if and when, MIS is accepted and used. It is essential therefore to understand the determinants of MIS adoption so as to appreciate the enormous benefits attached to it. An understanding of how MIS adoption theories can be beneficial to the attainment of the said benefits is important and especially in the non-governmental organizations (NGO’s) sector where the focus of this study was. This study sought to determine the influence of Task Technology Fit Framework on the adoption of Project Management Information System (PMIS) in NGO projects in Nakuru town. The study objectives were to establish the influence of task characteristics on adoption of PMIS by NGO’s, to examine the influence of technology characteristics in ascertaining adoption by NGO’s, to assess the influence of the individual characteristics in adoption of PMIS by NGO’s and to establish organizational management expectations that influence adoption of PMIS by NGO’s. The study was carried out in Nakuru town with focus on 40 NGO’s that were purposively selected. A study sample of 40 project managers and 80 project coordinators were used. The study adopted descriptive case study research design. The study samples were selected using systematic sampling approach for the identification of NGO’s (project managers) and simple random sampling in selection of project coordinators. Data was collected using two sets of questionnaires and interviews. Data collected was then analyzed using SPSS and Microsoft Excel software’s. The results were then presented in a tabular summaries form. The study revealed that there was a positive relationship between the nature of task characteristics. The study further implores researchers to keenly investigate all PMIS systems that are in use by NGO’s and to standardize their design and usage as seen in the construction industry. The study findings could be used by software developers in designing systems that work best and as well guide management of NGO’s in implementing successfully the integration of PMIS.
Abstract: In the world today, Management Information System (MIS) is a buzz in all aspects of our economy in managing people and organizational processes; this is aimed at enhancing economic competitiveness and guaranteeing customer satisfaction. Whereas there is consensus that MIS has huge effect on a firm’s productivity, the effects are only realized if an...
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Factors Associated with Low Level of Health Information Utilization in Resources Limited Setting, Eastern Ethiopia
Kidist Teklegiorgis,
Kidane Tadesse,
Gebremeskel Mirutse,
Wondwossen Terefe
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 6, December 2014
Pages:
69-75
Received:
15 December 2014
Accepted:
24 December 2014
Published:
31 December 2014
Abstract: Health information system (HIS) is a system that integrates data collection, processing, reporting and use of the information necessary for improving health service effectiveness and efficiency through better management at all levels of health services. Despite the credible use of HIS for evidence based decision making, countries with the highest burden of ill health and the most in-needs for accurate and timely data have the weakest HIS in the vast majority of world’s poorest countries. The main of this study was to assess the level of information utilization and identify factors affecting information use in, Ethiopian, health facilities. A cross sectional study was conducted by using structured questioners in Dire Dawa administration health facilities. All unit/department heads from all government health facilities were selected. The data was analyzed using STATA version 11. Frequency and percentages was computed to present the descriptive findings. Association between variables was computed using binary logistic regression. Over all utilization of health information was found to be 53.1%. Friendly format for reporting and managers provide regular feed back to their staff were found to be significantly associated with health information utilization, and their strength were (AOR=2.796,95% CI[1.478,5.288]) and (AOR=2.195,95%CI[1.213,3.974]) respectively. Overall HIS utilization was found to be below the national expectation level. Low utilization of HIS was found in health posts than health centers and hospitals. There was also shortage of assigned HIS personnel, separate HIS office and assigned budget for HIS in majority of units/departments.
Abstract: Health information system (HIS) is a system that integrates data collection, processing, reporting and use of the information necessary for improving health service effectiveness and efficiency through better management at all levels of health services. Despite the credible use of HIS for evidence based decision making, countries with the highest b...
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