business class 2 part assignment

Part I

In a formal 250 – 500  word essay, describe the four components of an information system. Why is it important to consider each of them when designing and installing an information system? 

Your essay should include an introductory paragraph and a conclusion.

Follow APA format for structure. An APA template is attached here.   Support your essay with 2 to 3 credible references beyond the course materials.  Please note Wikipedia, Investopedia and similar websites are not credible academic references.

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Part II

Your CEO wants to develop specific criteria to select vendors for office supplies, equipment, etc. and has asked you to investigate selection criteria.  In a two page  business memo:

·         Explain why a selection criteria is needed

·         Recommend specific criteria (no less than 5 elements)

·         Explain why each element in the list is needed

·         To strengthen your recommendation, include an example of a company and its criteria.

·         Support your memo with 2 to 3 credible references beyond the course materials.  Please note Wikipedia, Investopedia and similar websites are not credible academic references.  The best place to locate credible references is the Online Library.

·         Use the attached memo template.  https://edge.apus.edu/access/content/attachment/312187/Assignments/ff544766-95cf-4c24-a619-fd8f1c03e889/MemorandumTemplate.docx