Information Systems Management in Practice or Hidden Treasures

Information Systems Management in Practice

Author: Barbara C McNurlin

Dealing with the management of information technology (IT) as it is being practiced in organizations today, the emphasis of this book is on the current material that information systems executives find important; its organization is around a framework that readers new to the information can understand. In this 7^th edition, discussions include the rising societal risks of IT, new sections on digital convergence, messaging, and instant messaging, and a revised discussion on wireless technology. The topics of outsourcing and and information security have been updated and enhanced. Information Systems Management in Practice continues to merge theory with practice through real-world case examples. Topics include leadership issues, the CIO’s responsibilities, uses of IT, information systems planning, essential technologies, managing operations, systems development, decision-making, collaboration, and knowledge work.   An excellent reference resource for anyone employed in the information technology sector of business, especially managers of and executives in those departments.

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McNurlin (an information systems writer) and Sprague (U. of Hawaii) present this text on the management of information technology as it is practiced in contemporary organizations. The book is designed for use as a reference text by practicing managers and consultants, and undergraduate and graduate students who have had at least one information systems course. Major topics include leadership issues, management of the essential technologies, management of traditional system development, systems for supporting knowledge work, and moving into the new "electronic" economy. Changes from the fourth edition (published in 1998) to the fifth edition are not specified. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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Discusses the growing importance of information systems management; the role of planning, leadership, and strategy; building the telecommunications highway system; managing information resources and the human side of systems. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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Hidden Treasures: 3-D Stereograms

Author: Gene Levin

A stereogram is a two-dimensional image that, when viewed properly, creates a stunning, almost magical impression of depth. Objects seem to float or to pop out of patterns. And these complex and sophisticated designs, produced by two of the most famous stereogram creators in the world, are state of the art. They’re simply among the most beautiful and amazing available today, combining different types of effects in a single picture. Sometimes, the trick to seeing the stereographic vision won’t be instantly obvious; you might need to stare at the picture for a while, adjust your gaze, or look slightly beyond the page before everything falls in line. The results are worth it—and once you’ve learned the technique, a whole world of art and spectacle will be yours.