Unit VIII Research
Paper
Utilizing the unit lessons, textbook, CSU Online Library,
and other outside sources, write a two-page (not including title
and reference pages) Research Paper identifying the key
components of information systems management discussed
throughout this course.
Provide a description of an organization you are familiar
with (possibly a company you have worked for in the past or are
currently working for) and describe briefly what services
they contribute. Then, select three out of the six questions below,
and provide detailed answers, supporting those answers by
referencing any sources used. Be sure to use examples from
your research to strengthen your argument as needed.
? What personal knowledge management
tools does this organization utilize?
? What steps has this organization taken
in securing their information and knowledge?
? What has this organization done
to gain and sustain an advantage over their competitors?
? Describe in detail how this
organization manages the components of its IT infrastructure.
? In what ways does the organization
demonstrate successful collaboration?
? Identify at least two types of
hardware and two types of software used by this organization.
APA rules for formatting, quoting, paraphrasing, citing, and
listing of sources are to be followed.
Information about accessing the Blackboard Grading Rubric
for this assignment is provided below.
