Management information systems in an open source software context

Teiu, Codrin-Marius (2011): Management information systems in an open source software context.

Abstract

This article it's a descriptive incursion on the MIS(management information systems) field, with the purpose of defining this concept and making an analysis on how the need of a company for an MIS can pe satisfied using OSS(open source software). The analysis is build on a series of pros and cons, with examples on OpenErp where possible. OpenErp is an OSS for resource planning, that presents some of the MIS functionalities.

• Item Type: MPRA Paper
• Language: English
• Keywords: MIS, OSS, management information system, open source software, ERP,
• Subjects: C - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods > C8 - Data Collection and Data Estimation Methodology ; Computer Programs > C88 - Other Computer Software; L - Industrial Organization > L8 - Industry Studies: Services > L86 - Information and Internet Services ; Computer Software

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