Prelim Question # 2

An organization may adopt a closed-system or open-system model.
1. Discuss the pro's and con's of each model.
Answer:
Open systems - A system with characteristics that comply with specified, publicly maintained, readily available standards. A system that allow information to be exchange between a general public without authorization. The Internet is thus an open information system, where exchange of data is available for general public.

pros and cons:hanged or data Increased visibility and higher citation rates
Fast, toll-free access to information. Good find ability via search engines and reference services, Open access to publicly-funded research results, Long-term document availability,
Benefits in networked, IT-supported work environment.

Closed information systems - Whereas for closed information system exchange of data is limited to an authorization. Closed information system usually used within an organization, where data can be excavate can be accessed by users with computers in an organization
pros and cons:only limited or authorized individual can access the information,secured information.in the absence of individual no one can work for it

2. Cite a company that uses any of this model. Describe briefly how this chosen model affect the entire company.
Answer:
Philippine entertainment portal,an company uses web site to let the public know about the latest showbiz news.the public can access information through their site. This information model helps them to reach the information in the public. The information available in the public anytime.

3.Evaluate how an environment affects the organization and its management. Discuss the pro's and con's of not responding to the demands of the environment.
Answer:
Environment affects the organization and its management by influencing it. If all competitor using Internet to market their product and it work, So why staying in the old marketing strategy? The management will work to be in the track to promote the business.
Pros and Cons:
If your business is not responding in the demand of environment, you will behind,other are using Internet and you are not the tendency your sale is lower than other who use it, less expensive in your part to advertise your product for example. The cons you need to hire the expert for applauding data about your business.The organization need to adjust for new invironment and system .

Christine Linan