Digital Information Management: AstraZeneca's Information System Role

This report explores the crucial role of Information Systems (IS) within AstraZeneca, a global pharmaceutical company. It begins by introducing the significance of IS in modern business, emphasizing its application in data analytics, security, privacy, and quality management. The report delves into how AstraZeneca utilizes IS for data storage, processing, and advanced analytics, highlighting the benefits of big data techniques. It then addresses critical issues in IS, such as security and privacy concerns, and examines the impact of cloud computing on AstraZeneca's operations, including its role in governance and data management. The report provides recommendations for AstraZeneca, such as establishing a central IS, developing data management teams, and providing staff training. The conclusion reinforces the importance of IS and cloud computing for data analytics, offering insights into the benefits of structured data for future business success. The report also includes a reflection on the learning experience and references supporting the analysis.