Information Systems: Global Issues & Emerging Trends

-Introduces the concept of Information Systems and their importance in modern society.

-Covers the basic concepts of Information Systems, including data, information, and knowledge, as well as the types of information systems and their components.

-Explores the use of Bayesian Networks for decision support in emergency response, presenting a model that can be used to aid decision-making in critical situations.

-Discusses the applicability of Internet Voting in Africa, examining the challenges and opportunities presented by this technology in the context of African countries.

-Presents a Clinical Pathway for Improving Quality Service and Cost Containment in Hospitals, providing an interdisciplinary approach to healthcare management that combines clinical, managerial, and technological perspectives.

-This book is highly useful for students of information systems, computer science, and related fields who are interested in gaining a comprehensive understanding of the key concepts and technologies related to information systems.