MIS Can Add Value to Both Primary and Support Activities

question 184

Multiple Choice

MIS can add value to both primary and support activities within a business. Which of the following is not an example of a company adding value by the use of MIS in a support activity?

• A) Netflix creating a business strategy for the video rental market that delivers videos via the mail
• B) The human resources department creates a tracking system to efficiently reward employees based on their performance
• C) Scottrade Corp. creating an online system for employees to track paychecks, benefits, wellness rewards program, and other employee benefit items
• D) The University of Forks creates a program to automatically order office supplies such as pens and pads of paper for its employees

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Definitions:

Classical Conditioning

The method of teaching through the repeated coupling of two stimuli; the response, initially caused by the second stimulus, is later caused by only the first stimulus.

Token Economy

A behavioral modification method that uses tokens as a form of reinforcement for exhibiting desirable behaviors, which can be exchanged for privileges or treats.

Lost-time Injuries

Work-related injuries that result in an employee being unable to work for a period of time beyond the day of the injury.

Mining Safety

Practices, procedures, and regulations designed to minimize health and safety risks to workers in the mining industry.