BHP Billiton: Strategic Information System Analysis and Evaluation

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of BHP Billiton's strategic information system. It begins by examining the company's organizational structure, identifying potential operational problems, and exploring system acquisition methods, including the use of cloud-based software like Loc8 and SAP. The report then analyzes the sales procedures, highlighting potential vulnerabilities to fraud. The second part of the report focuses on the accounting software packages used by BHP Billiton, particularly XBRL, and discusses the market size and leaders in the mining industry. It also addresses the gaps and challenges associated with the software, such as security concerns and accuracy issues. The report concludes with a summary of the findings and recommendations for improving the strategic information system of BHP Billiton.