How can Management Information Systems (MIS) combine between Information Systems (IS) and Management?
Information Systems (IS):
Information Systems is a computer discipline taught in faculties of computer science and information technology (IT). It combines between information technology (IT), and its programs, and the activities practiced by human beings in order to do the required operations. Such discipline includes databases, networks, software and equipment.
Information Systems Management
A wide and comprehensive discipline taught in the faculties of management sciences. It includes all administrative fields such as business administration, marketing, financial accounting, production management, supply chains, human resources, financial management…etc.
In this sense, Management Information Systems (MIS) is the process in which technology is employed in serving, organizing and developing management business. It also helps decision makers taken decisions effectively and efficiently. Since the design of systems requires understanding departments-based user needs, as a result, systems analyzers are required to be fully aware of administrative details including their essence and needs. Therefore, information systems and management are merged.