Jaimie Hall The Continuing Development and Improvement of Computer Information Systems Has

question 48

Multiple Choice

Jaimie Hall
The continuing development and improvement of computer information systems has made a powerful impression on Jaimie Hall, CEO of See-Saw City (SSC) . The current computer system at SSC is seven years old, and while still highly useful and reliable, Jaimie is wondering if a new system would be more efficient and more useful. Jaimie recognized that some of her managers would prefer to keep the old system, while others have been requesting that the company update its information capability.
-In planning how to implement the new system, Jaimie can anticipate some resistance to the new system. This resistance can come from all of the following except:

• A) self-interest of the resisting employees.
• B) lack of understanding of the new system.
• C) uncertainty, or a lack of information.
• D) different departments pursuing different goals.
• E) too much information from top managers.

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Definitions:

Constituents

Members or components that form a part of a larger group, or individuals who are represented by elected officials.

Government Failure

Inefficiencies in resource allocation caused by problems in the operation of the public sector (government). Specific examples include the principal-agent problem, the special-interest effect, the collective-action problem, rent seeking, and political corruption.

Special-Interest Effect

The phenomenon where a small group gains substantially through an action or policy while the larger population bears the cost, often seen in political lobbying.

Bureaucratic Inefficiency

The delay and ineffectiveness often experienced within organizations, especially large ones, due to complex procedures and red tape.