New data and information is being created and stored every day. From photos, to videos, audio files, blog posts, emails, medical records and money transactions, the amount of information the digital age is mind-boggling to say the least. Finding ways to record and store all of it effectively and efficiently has become extremely important. To cope with the growing and diverse nature of information, organizations must adopt new systems to manage their data. And luckily for organizations and managers alike, IT and IS were designed to assist businesses with storing and interpreting information.
Database Management Systems (or DBMS) are programs that help users categorize and analyze the specific data stored inside the system and are vital asset in all areas in the business world. It is also important to note that data is not invulnerable to getting lost or damaged, so every business must make sure that is has a secure and up-to-date database system.
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I like how you displayed the importance of properly storing and recording data and with the continual growth - "... organizations must adopt new systems to manage their data." I think that is true when assuming most or all organisation's goal at some point is to grow and develop.
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed your coverage and insight of ch 5.
Cool post, I like how you mentioned "to cope with the growing and diverse nature of information..." ultimately incorporating aspects of change that can occur involving IT. As IT development increases so will it's diversity.
ReplyDeleteGreat Summary again Gen, what I appreciate the most is how you made sure to look at both ends of DBMS, as yes it does help greatly, but at the same time businesses do need to make sure its secure and up-to-date.
ReplyDeleteReally good summary; I appreciate that it's concise but grasp the gist of the chapter. Your emphasis on the reality of data storage and security were good.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great start to a summary of data storage and management! You've clearly identified the challenge of the ever-growing amount of information and the importance of effective data management.
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