Section I
Foundation Concepts: Information Systems and Technologies

Why Information Systems Are Important

The Real World of Information Systems

Real World Case: Alteon WebSystems: Managing Business Success with Information Technology

What You Need to Know

An IS Framework for Business Professionals

System Concepts: A Foundation

Components of an Information System

Information System Resources

Information System Activities

Recognizing Information Systems

Section II
Foundation Concepts: Business Applications, Development, and Management

The Fundamental Roles of IS Applications in Business

Real World Case: Lands’ End: Customer Service in E-Commerce

Trends in Information Systems

The Internetworked E-Business Enterprise

Types of Information Systems

Developing Business/IT Solutions

Managerial Challenges of Information Technology

Success and Failure with IT

Ethics and IT

Challenges of IT Careers