COMM 335: Accounting Information Systems

Accounting Information Systems Terms

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Operational Databases
Databases that are used for operating a business.
Examples are:
- accounting transactions
- logistics
Data Warehouses
Where data is stored for future analyzation and business intelligence use --> not everyday business information
The Enterprise Database includes:
- operational databases
- data warehouses
Database Administrator
Responsible for managing the database system
Integrated Enterprise System
Shares data across functional areas within the enterprise. Same info is often used by different departments.
Enterprise System
A system that supports business activities throughout the enterprise, including inputs, processing and outputs
Business Processes
Related activities performed by an enterprise to create value by transformning input into output
Value Chain
An organizaing framework for business processes
Transactions Cycles
Accounting tansactions related to specific business processes
Purchasing Cycle
Transactions related to purchasing items from vendors
Payroll Cycle
Transactions with employees
Sales Cycle
Exchanges or transactions between an enterprise and its customers
Baseline Accounting System
A model that provides an enterprise-wide view of the firm's accounting system
Supply Chain Management (SCM)
Supports business process of purchasing items from vendors
Operation/Production System (OPS)
Provides resources to support tracking / coordination of business to make good/service