Task:
The objective of this assignment is to develop an understanding of the role information systems play in an organization's ability to respond to existing and emerging technological, organizational, and environmental issues.
The form your case analysis/report should take is that of a management memorandum addressed to Elizabeth Windsor, Chief Executive Officer. Your memo should be 2-3 pages (no longer) single-spaced.
Although she needs details, she is also a very busy individual. In your capacity as consultant to top management, you will definitely want to see that certain aspects are included for management's review. You have to tell your client why you are suggesting what you are suggesting, based on the theory, not just personal opinion! You should tell her how to implement and evaluate your recommendations.
The objective of this assignment is to develop an understanding of the role information systems play in an organization's ability to respond to existing and emerging technological, organizational, and environmental issues.
Remember to focus on the Decision Making Framework.
I. Identification of relevant problems
II. Identification of Options or Alternatives
III. Decision Recommendations
IV. Implementation Tactics
V. Assessment Criteria for Success or Failure
Questions to Consider for Tale of Two Airlines Case
Things you may want to consider in the Tale of Two Airlines case.
Environment. What were the business pressures (and expectations) on the London-based airline related to IT?
Information technology structure. What do we know or assume about the airline's information technology infrastructure?
Strategic issues. What are the London-based airline's strengths and weaknesses (as they pertain to this case)? What are its competitive concerns?
Globalization. What is the difference between the London-based airline and the Atlanta-based airline? Can the London-based airline achieve the standard of the Atlanta-based airline?
Organization. What impact can technology have on the organizational structure? Are there organizational changes that can/should be made even without technological changes?
Use the link below for info needed.
https://srprojects.free.fr/desgest/downloads2/A_tale_of_two_airlines_in_the_information_age.pdf