Information Systems for Managers

NMIMS Centre for Distance and Online Education (NCDOE)
Course: Information Systems for Managers
Internal Assignment Applicable for Jun 2026 Examination
Assignment Marks: 30
Instructions
All Questions carry equal marks
All Questions are compulsory
All answers to be explained in not more than 1000 words for question 1 and 2 and for question 3 in
not more than 500 words for each subsection. Use relevant examples,illustrations as far as
possible
All answers to be written individually. Discussion and group work is not advisable.
Students are free to refer to any books/reference material/website/internet for attempting their
assignments, but are not allowed to copy the matter as it is from the source of reference.
Students should write the assignment in their own words. Copying of assignments from other
students is not allowed
Students should follow the following parameter for answering the assignment questions
For Theoretical Answer
Assessment Parameter
Weightage
Introduction
Concepts and Application
related to the question
Conclusion
20%
60%
For Numerical Answer
Assessment Parameter
Understanding and usage
of the formula
Procedure / Steps
20%
Correct Answer &
Interpretation
Weightage
20%
60%
20%
PLEASE NOTE: This assignment is application based, you have to apply what you have
learnt in this subject into real life scenario. You will find most of the information through
internet search and the remaining from your common sense. None of the answers appear
directly in the textbook chapters but are based on the content in the chapter
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NMIMS Centre for Distance and Online Education (NCDOE)
Course: Information Systems for Managers
Internal Assignment Applicable for Jun 2026 Examination
Q1
Q2
A financial services company recently suffered an internal security breach when a
computer virus entered through an employee’s use of unsecured internet services,
disrupting several critical systems. The incident exposed gaps in both technical
safeguards and employee awareness. Senior management has asked you to lead a
security overhaul to prevent future internal threats and ensure business continuity. As
an IT manager in a financial services firm, you are tasked with enhancing the security
of the organization’s information systems after a recent internal breach caused by a
computer virus. Apply appropriate information security frameworks to develop a
comprehensive plan that addresses both technological and human factors. How would
you implement this plan and measure its effectiveness?
(10 Marks)
A medium-sized consulting firm is considering moving its core business applications
to the cloud to support remote work and improve collaboration. The IT manager is
reviewing options such as Zoho Office, Google Workspace, and Microsoft 365, as
well as infrastructure services from AWS and Azure. Key concerns include data
privacy, integration with existing systems, scalability for future growth, and total cost
of ownership. The leadership team is seeking a clear evaluation framework to guide
their decision. Evaluate the company’s use of cloud computing tools in its
information systems strategy. How should the company assess the trade-offs between
different cloud solutions (e.g., SaaS, PaaS, IaaS) in terms of scalability, security, and
cost? Justify your recommendations for selecting the most appropriate tools for the
organization’s needs.
(10 Marks)
Q3 (A) A mid-sized retail company is planning to implement a cloud-based CRM system to
centralize customer data and improve service. However, the company already uses
several legacy systems for finance, inventory, and sales, each with its own data
formats and processes. Management is concerned about data silos, migration risks,
and employee resistance to change. Design a comprehensive strategy for integrating a
new cloud-based Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system into an existing
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NMIMS Centre for Distance and Online Education (NCDOE)
Course: Information Systems for Managers
Internal Assignment Applicable for Jun 2026 Examination
organisation’s IT infrastructure, ensuring seamless data flow between legacy systems
and the new CRM. What innovative steps would you take to address compatibility,
data migration, and user adoption challenges?
(5 Marks)
Q3 (B) A global logistics company is rolling out a new ERP system to integrate its operations
across several countries. Employees are used to localised processes and are
apprehensive about the new system’s rigidity and the potential loss of flexibility. The
leadership team wants to ensure a smooth transition and maximise the benefits of
process integration. Design a change management plan for the successful adoption of
enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems in a dispersed, networked organisation.
How would you address resistance, training needs, and the alignment of business
processes across multiple locations?
(5 Marks)
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