Principles of Information Systems - new book

Delivering the latest research and most current coverage available, PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS, 12E equips students with a solid understanding of the core principles of IS and how it is practiced. The twelfth edition combines a wealth of new examples, figures, references, and cases with the latest developments from the field--and highlights their impact on the rapidly changing role of today's IS professional. It includes expanded coverage of mobile solutions, an increased focus on energy and environmental concerns, new discussions on the growing use of cloud computing across the globe, a stronger career emphasis, and a fully updated running case that enables students to put what they learn into action. Learning firsthand how information systems can increase profits and reduce costs, students explore new information on e-commerce and enterprise systems, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, green computing, and other issues reshaping the industry. The text introduces the challenges and risks of computer crimes, hacking, and cyberterrorism. It also presents some of the most current research on virtual communities and global IS work solutions as well as social networking. Giving students an example they can put their hands around, a long-running example illustrates how technology was used in the design, development, and production of this text. Powerful new interactive instructor and student multimedia resources include MindTap™ and Aplia™. No matter where students' career paths may lead, PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS, 12E and its resources can help you equip future professionals to maximize their success as employees, decision makers, and business