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Database Concepts is your hands-on guide to creating and managing small databases. This flexible text from 2 of the world's leading database authorities focuses on database concepts (rather than the features and functions of a particular product). As a result, it can be used with whichever software suits your needs. You'll practice working with 3 complete sample databases that run throughout key portions of the text. You'll also apply concepts and techniques to real business situations as you work through 3 ongoing projects. The 10th Edition emphasizes the cloud's essential role in database concepts, beginning in Ch. 1 with a thorough introduction to the cloud environment and its underlying technology. The text has been updated to reflect Microsoft 365, with Access for Microsoft 365 (shown running on Microsoft Windows 11) as the basic software used. Screenshots and examples feature the latest possible releases of Microsoft 365 (Office 2021), MySQL, Microsoft Azure and ArangoDB.

With Experiencing MIS, you'll learn to use information systems to create value and solve business problems. The text is designed to help you develop the skills that companies demand as they innovate with new technologies. Illustrative cases, exercises, and collaborative projects are included to get you hands-on achieving business strategies and applying sound ethical practices. IS career guides throughout highlight real-world opportunities to turn course knowledge into career success. The 10th Edition has been updated to introduce you to the latest advancements in MIS, with new coverage of data breaches and evolving technologies, such as self-driving cars. Problem-solving activities featuring authentic business tasks have also been added. You'll practice completing IS challenges using Excel, Access, or Web applications, with 45 application exercises to choose from. Personalize learning with MyLab MIS with Pearson eText This flexible digital platform combines unrivaled content, online assessments, and customizable features to personalize learning and improve results. Pearson eText is an easy-to-use digital textbook available within MyLab that lets you read, highlight, and take notes, all in one place.

Mastering an essential business course Engaging and comprehensive, Using MIS helps you understand all the ways information systems are transforming the businesses of today and tomorrow. Its query-based format and creative learning aids challenge you to consider how you can anticipate and participate in that transformation. The 12th edition reflects key technological advancements and their impact on business strategy, including new sections on low-code systems, intelligent automation, autonomous vehicles, drones, mobile operating systems, 5G, multi-cloud strategies, cryptojacking, and more. New guides, exercises, and topical content keep the text current with rapid shifts in MIS and its applications.

Getting straight to the point of database processing Database Processing: Fundamentals, Design, and Implementation,16th Edition, is a thorough and modern look at database processing fundamentals that's designed to get straight to the point. The 16th edition refines the organization and content of this classic textbook to reflect a new teaching and professional workplace environment. It also addresses the latest software and expands upon new and emerging developments in the database processing field.

A process focus that's engaging, relevant, and easy to teach Transform your understanding of MIS with Processes, Systems, and Information: An Introduction to MIS — a hands-on, process approach to business. Earl H. McKinney, Jr., and David M. Kroenke show you exactly how businesses use information systems and technology to create competitive strategies, support business processes, and accomplish their goals. Complete with numerous examples of business situations, this book will help you understand what business systems actually are and why they're so important. In the 4th Edition, you'll find a reflection of the current technological landscape, coverage of technologies new to the business scene, and a strong emphasis on security. It's clear and concise presentation, within the process context, makes Processes, Systems, and Information the ideal book for majors and non-majors alike. Non-majors will see the vital role IS plays in supporting their business processes.

For undergraduate Introductory Management Information Systems courses. Help students understand the ways information systems are transforming business As technology continues to change the way organisations do business, knowledge of MIS is critical. Experiencing MIS illustrates how organisations use information systems to solve business problems every day. This modular text uses illustrative cases, exercises, projects, and other aids to ensure students connect concepts to everyday life by making MIS interesting and relevant to them. Changes and highlights in the 8th Edition keep pace with the fast-moving world of MIS and keep students up to date and knowledgeable on how to apply emerging technologies to better achieve their organisation's strategies. Unique and updated guides within each chapter highlight themes in ethics, security, MIS careers, and other timely topics. The full text downloaded to your computer With eBooks you can: search for key concepts, words and phrases make highlights and notes as you study share your notes with friends eBooks are downloaded to your computer and accessible either offline through the Bookshelf (available as a free download), available online and also via the iPad and Android apps. Upon purchase, you'll gain instant access to this eBook. Time limit The eBooks products do not have an expiry date. You will continue to access your digital ebook products whilst you have your Bookshelf installed.

This is the eBook of the printed book and may not include any media, website access codes, or print supplements that may come packaged with the bound book. This print textbook is available for students to rent for their classes. The Pearson print rental program provides students with affordable access to learning materials, so they come to class ready to succeed.For introductory courses in Management Information Systems.This ISBN is for the bound textbook, which students can rent through their bookstore.Turn concepts into practiceExperiencing MIS illustrates how organizations use information systems to solve business problems every day. Technology is fundamentally changing the way organizations operate, enabling them to be more productive, innovative, and adaptable. Graduates need to know how to apply emerging technologies to better achieve their organizations'strategies. This modular text uses illustrative cases, exercises, projects, and other aids to connect concepts to everyday life. The 9th Edition takes into account recent major technological advances, including self-driving cars, smart devices, virtual reality, automated workforces, and data breaches. These developments are reflected in new case studies, new career and ethics guides, updated statistics, and refreshed chapter content.This title is also available digitally as a standalone Pearson eText, or via MyLab MIS, which includes the Pearson eText. These options give students affordable access to learning materials, so they come to class ready to succeed.

This is the eBook of the printed book and may not include any media, website access codes, or print supplements that may come packaged with the bound book. For courses in database management.Hands-on exploration of database fundamentalsDatabase Concepts offers students practical help creating and managing small databases, from two of the world's leading database authorities. The text focuses on database concepts, rather than features and functions of a particular product, making it flexible enough to work with the instructor's preferred software. Data sets for three sample databases run throughout portions of the text so students can practice working with complete databases. Three running projects challenge learners to apply concepts and techniques to real business situations. In the 9th edition, Microsoft® Office 2019, and particularly Microsoft Access™ 2019, is now the basic software used and is shown running on Microsoft Windows™ 10.

For introductory courses in Management Information Systems A process focus that's engaging, relevant, and easy to teach Transform your MIS course with Processes, Systems, and Information: An Introduction to MIS – a hands-on, process approach to business. Earl H. McKinney, Jr., and David M. Kroenke show students exactly how businesses use information systems and technology to create competitive strategies, support business processes, and accomplish their goals. Complete with numerous examples of business situations, this book helps students understand what business systems actually are and why they're so important. In the 3rd Edition, you'll find a reflection of the current technological landscape, coverage of technologies new to the business scene, and a strong emphasis on security. Its clear and concise presentation, within the process context, makes Processes, Systems, and Information the ideal book for majors and non-majors alike. Non-majors will see the vital role IS plays in supporting their business processes. Also available with MyLab MIS MyLab™ is the teaching and learning platform that empowers you to reach every student. By combining trusted author content with digital tools and a flexible platform, MyLab personalizes the learning experience and improves results for each student. And, with Decision-Making Mini Simulations and Auto-Graded Excel and Access Projects, students learn how MIS concepts will help them succeed in their future careers. Note: You are purchasing a standalone product; MyLab MIS does not come packaged with this content. Students, if interested in purchasing this title with MyLab MIS, ask your instructor for the correct package ISBN and Course ID. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and MyLab MIS, search for: 0134854446 / 9780134854441 MyLab MIS with Pearson eText for Processes, Systems, and Information: An Introduction to MIS -- Access Card Package, 3/e Package consists of: 0134827007 / 9780134827001 Processes, Systems, and Information: An Introduction to MIS, 3rd Edition 013486722X / 9780134867229 MyLab MIS with Pearson eText — Access Card — for Processes, Systems, and Information: An Introduction to MIS

Help your students master the most important business course they'll take Technology is rapidly changing the way organisations do business–and knowledge of MIS is critical to keeping up. Comprehensive and up-to-date, Using MIS shows students how organisations use information systems to solve business problems every day. The 10th Edition now includes new content on using virtual reality and artificial intelligence, along with 11 new Career Guides, five new Ethics Guides, and five new Security Guides. The full text downloaded to your computer With eBooks you can: search for key concepts, words and phrases make highlights and notes as you study share your notes with friends eBooks are downloaded to your computer and accessible either offline through the Bookshelf (available as a free download), available online and also via the iPad and Android apps. Upon purchase, you'll gain instant access to this eBook. Time limit The eBooks products do not have an expiry date. You will continue to access your digital ebook products whilst you have your Bookshelf installed. Samples Download the detailed table of contents Preview sample pages from Using MIS, Global Edition

For undergraduate Introductory Management Information Systems courses. Help Your Students Succeed in the Most Important Course They'll TakeAs technology continues to change the way organizations do business, knowledge of MIS is critical. Experiencing MIS illustrates for students how organizations use information systems to solve business problems every day. This modular text uses illustrative cases, exercises, projects, and other aids to ensure your students connect concepts to everyday life with an “in your face” attitude about MIS. Unique guides in each chapter highlight themes in ethics, security, and other timely topics. Every year brings important new technology to organizations and the Seventh Edition reflects these trends, keeping your students up to date and knowledgeable on how to apply emerging technologies to better achieve their organizations'strategies. MyMISLabTM not included. Students, if MyMISLab is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask your instructor for the correct ISBN and course ID. MyMISLab should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information.MyMISLab is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment product designed to personalize learning and improve results. With a wide range of interactive, engaging, and assignable activities, students are encouraged to actively learn and retain tough course concepts.

For undergraduate database management courses. Get Students Straight to the Point of Database Processing Database Processing: Fundamentals, Design, and Implementation reflects a new teaching and professional workplace environment and method that gets students straight to the point with its thorough and modern presentation of database processing fundamentals. The full text downloaded to your computer With eBooks you can: search for key concepts, words and phrases make highlights and notes as you study share your notes with friends eBooks are downloaded to your computer and accessible either offline through the Bookshelf (available as a free download), available online and also via the iPad and Android apps. Upon purchase, you'll gain instant access to this eBook. Time limit The eBooks products do not have an expiry date. You will continue to access your digital ebook products whilst you have your Bookshelf installed.

The full text downloaded to your computer With eBooks you can: search for key concepts, words and phrases make highlights and notes as you study share your notes with friends eBooks are downloaded to your computer and accessible either offline through the Bookshelf (available as a free download), available online and also via the iPad and Android apps. Upon purchase, you'll gain instant access to this eBook. Time limit The eBooks products do not have an expiry date. You will continue to access your digital ebook products whilst you have your Bookshelf installed. Because events in management information systems move fast, the fourth edition features new material in every single chapter. Current topics such as cloud computing and social media information systems are now covered in greater depth, and material on sustainability, ethics and professional responsibilities are refreshed. Highly effective learning resources help educators to help students, both inside and outside the classroom. SamplesDownload the detailed contents list Preview sample pages from Experiencing MIS

For introductory courses in Management Information Systems Processes, Systems, and Information: An Introduction to MIS, provides a concise introduction to MIS with a hands-on approach to business processes. Authored by Earl H. McKinney, Jr. and David M. Kroenke, the text shows students exactly how businesses use information systems and technology to accomplish their goals, objectives, and competitive strategy. Packed with examples of business situations, both real and fictitious, the book helps students understand what business systems actually are–and see why they are so important. The text consists of the five SAP-focused chapters from McKinney and Kroenke's Processes, Systems, and Information: An Introduction to MIS. A pair of appendices after chapters four and five contains SAP process exercises that enable students to get hands-on experience applying what they're learning in the course. This clear emphasis on business processes, and SAP in particular, makes Processes, Systems, and Information: An Introduction to MIS, the ideal text for courses attended by students not majoring in MIS. The full text downloaded to your computer With eBooks you can: search for key concepts, words and phrases make highlights and notes as you study share your notes with friends eBooks are downloaded to your computer and accessible either offline through the Bookshelf (available as a free download), available online and also via the iPad and Android apps. Upon purchase, you'll gain instant access to this eBook. Time limit The eBooks products do not have an expiry date. You will continue to access your digital ebook products whilst you have your Bookshelf installed.

For undergraduate database management students or business professionals Here's practical help for understanding, creating, and managing small databases—from two of the world's leading database authorities. Database Concepts by David Kroenke and David Auer gives undergraduate database management students and business professionals alike a firm understanding of the concepts behind the software, using Access 2013 to illustrate the concepts and techniques. Three projects run throughout the text, to show students how to apply the concepts to real-life business situations. The text provides flexibility for choosing the software instructors want to use in class; allows students to work with new, complete databases, including Wedgewood Pacific Corporation, Heather Sweeney Designs, and Wallingford Motors; and includes coverage for some of the latest information on databases available. The full text downloaded to your computer With eBooks you can: search for key concepts, words and phrases make highlights and notes as you study share your notes with friends eBooks are downloaded to your computer and accessible either offline through the Bookshelf (available as a free download), available online and also via the iPad and Android apps. Upon purchase, you'll gain instant access to this eBook. Time limit The eBooks products do not have an expiry date. You will continue to access your digital ebook products whilst you have your Bookshelf installed.

For undergraduate Introductory Management Information Systems courses. Exploring how people use IS to solve business problems, this engaging introduction explains why MIS is the most important course in the business school–showing students how businesses use information systems and technology to accomplish their goals, objectives, and competitive strategy. Three unique Guides per chapter focus on the themes of ethics, security, and other timely topics; a number of illustrative cases, exercises, projects, and other aids ensure that students connect the knowledge in the text to everyday life. The full text downloaded to your computer With eBooks you can: search for key concepts, words and phrases make highlights and notes as you study share your notes with friends eBooks are downloaded to your computer and accessible either offline through the Bookshelf (available as a free download), available online and also via the iPad and Android apps. Upon purchase, you'll gain instant access to this eBook. Time limit The eBooks products do not have an expiry date. You will continue to access your digital ebook products whilst you have your Bookshelf installed.

Digital Access Code: When you buy an eBook you will receive an email with your unique redemption code code. Simply go to VitalSource Bookshelf to download the FREE Bookshelf software. After installation, enter your redemption code for your eBook. Please note: eBooks are available for download immediately and cannot be returned once purchased. VitalSource eBook - A digital book that fits your portable lifestyle and allows you to: search for key concepts, words and phrases make highlights and notes as you study share your notes with friends read on any device The eBook is downloaded to your computer and accessible either offline through the VitalSource Bookshelf, available online and also via the iPad/Android app. Time Limit: Pearson's Higher Education and Professional VitalSource products do not have an expiry date. You will continue to access your VitalSource products whilst you have your VitalSource Bookshelf installed. About the book Using MIS 2e has been designed to help students develop a solid understanding of information systems (IS) and to acquire the essential skills that all business professionals will need for managing IS in the future. Each chapter opens with a ‘MIS in context'feature drawn from the New Zealand business environment. Each focuses on issues with particular relevance to local organisations, SMEs and government businesses. In addition, every chapter contains an interview with a business professional working in IT or IS. These interviews are intended to provide examples of IS in practice and the variety of career options available to people who choose a career in the IS field. While the format and features of the text keep New Zealand in focus, they preserve the international context of our globally networked world. Find out more