The Value Of Effective IT Systems

The Value Of Effective
IT Systems

Table of Contents
Introduction.................................................................................................................................................2
P1 Examine usage of information technology in distinct functions of firm.............................................2
P2 Illustrate different ways through which information technology systems contribute within achieving
objectives.................................................................................................................................................3
P3 identify distinct ways for storage and processing of data...................................................................5
P4 How information technology is used for supporting value added change...........................................6
P5 Recommendations..............................................................................................................................7
Conclusion...................................................................................................................................................8
References...................................................................................................................................................9

Introduction
The set of organized components that are being utilized for collecting, storing as well as
data processing by rendering information, digital products as well as knowledge of services.
Business firms are entirely dependent on information system through which they can carry as
well as manage their operations within the competitive market (Becerra-Fernandez and
Sabherwal, 2014). To understand the concept of business information technology, ASDA is
taken into consideration which was established on 19th February, 1949 and delivers their services
in groceries, general merchandiser and financial services. This report comprises of utilization of
information technology, role within organization and the different ways for handling data will be
illustrated here. In addition to this, IT systems are being used for enhancing the operations as
well as solutions are provided for issues that occurs within.
P1 Examine usage of information technology in distinct functions of firm.
The broader term that is liable for illustrating technological enhancement in context of
management as well as processing of electronic data is referred to as information technology.
Business firms make use of information system which enables them to deliver their services as
per required standards which make them stand ahead from competitors present in the market
(Bentley, 2012). There exist distinct departments in ASDA who are liable for carrying out
distinct functions. Through usage of information technology, operations of different units can
become easy, it has been mentioned below:
Research & development operations: This unit carries out their operations on the basis of results
attained by marketing department as well as carrying out analysis with respect to what their
competitors are doing within the market. ASDA can make use of technology to identify what
new products are brought within the market and how they are captivating customers towards
services that are being rendered by them. To have a enhanced as well as clear view of their
products, they can make use of simulation tools (Burrough and et. al, 2015). It will enable them
to have optimistic outcomes as through this, ASDA can identify what goes wrong and what is apt
via which needs of their customers can be addressed.