Information Systems for Managers

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School for Continuing Education (NGA-SCE)

Course: Information Systems for Managers

Internal Assignment Applicable for December 2020 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.

1. Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled devices have made remote monitoring in the healthcare

sector possible, unleashing the potential to keep patients safe and healthy, and

empowering physicians to deliver superlative care. It has also increased patient

engagement and satisfaction as interactions with doctors have become easier and more

efficient. Furthermore, remote monitoring of patient’s health helps in reducing the

For Theoretical Answer Assessment Parameter Weightage

Introduction 20% Concepts and Application related to the question

60%

Conclusion 20%

For Numerical Answer Assessment Parameter Weightage

Understanding and usage of the formula

20%

Procedure / Steps 50%

Correct Answer & Interpretation

30%

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length of hospital stay and prevents re-admissions. IoT also has a major impact on

reducing healthcare costs significantly and improving treatment outcomes. IoT is

undoubtedly transforming the healthcare industry by redefining the space of devices

and people interaction in delivering healthcare solutions. IoT has applications in

healthcare that benefit patients, families, physicians, hospitals and insurance

companies. The healthcare industry is rapidly adopting new-age technologies such as

Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence to improve access and outcomes,

especially in rural areas. In this scenario, it is the responsibility of businesses to ensure

that the technology acts with responsibility and transparency. In recent years, India has

seen increased IoT adoption in education, governance and financial services. IoT

Technology has made it possible for doctors to see and interact with patients who are

located far, with smart login devices. The patients’ medical data and case history are

automatically transmitted to the doctor for analysis. What are the potential

cybersecurity challenges in using IoT in healthcare? Enlist a few areas in which IoT

can be used in healthcare. Identify the benefits of using IoT in healthcare in a

developing country like India. (10 Marks)

2. Netmeds.com, one of the largest e-pharmacies claims more than 3.7 million customers

in over 610 cities and towns. The market size of e-pharmacies was approximately $512

million (Rs 3,500 crore) in 2018. It is predicted that there will be a compounded annual

growth rate (CAGR) of 63 per cent which will reach $3.6 billion (Rs 25,000 crore) by

2022. Explain how information systems help in managing the supplies of medicines by

online pharmacies and delivering them to customers. (10 Marks)

3. Digital India is working to transform the rural economy and create skilled jobs. It has

touched upon all aspects of our lives, from work, travel and communication to

healthcare, education and shopping. The push for e-governance and Digital India

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Course: Information Systems for Managers

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comes from the telecom sector, increasing internet penetration and proliferating mobile

devices. As citizens become more tech-savvy, their aspirations are expected to surge in

terms of quality of services and the way cities are governed. A shift towards citizen-

oriented governance is imminent. E-governance is changing the relationship between

citizens and authorities. Every citizen will be able to monitor activities of government,

be aware of their plans to work directly and interact with them without queues and

unnecessary bureaucracy. E-governance is the automation of work with documents,

statements of citizens, certificates, licenses, and formal acts that legalise certain

activities of citizens. The average citizen is now familiar with digital payments, e-

governance, digitization of land records, etc. People are hoping for better utilization of

taxpayers' money. E-governance, or the use of ICT to deliver government services,

nurtures a transparent, productive and efficient form of governance. E-government can

also reduce corruption. If diligently designed and implemented, it can improve

efficiency in delivery of government services, simplify regulations, strengthen citizen

participation, and lead to cost-savings for citizens, businesses and the government

itself.

The benefits of all this will be transparency of public authorities and local

governments, savings in time and material resources, and improvement in the quality

of administrative services. While barriers to efficient e-governance are many, social

media, mobility, analytics and cloud technologies can make all the difference. Notably,

since we live in a connected economy, the benefits of e-governance will not remain

restricted to the 100 Smart Cities, but will percolate to other urban areas and even rural

India.

That said, it's also time to take into cognizance threats such as data security. Data is the

new oil and organizations are looking to exploit the information they hold. The

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Course: Information Systems for Managers

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importance of addressing cyber-security at the highest levels of corporate leadership

cannot be understated. Cyber-security is integral with national security. Here, IT

companies have a major role to play. They must set up a compliance framework that

not only protects consumer data, but also deletes it when the work is done. It's

important for them to rework their technologies and record-keeping systems. All

sectors have to train and retrain their IT teams. It's also time the government brings in a

new arsenal of talented individuals who are adept at innovating.

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a. Explain the different e-governance models? What are the advantages of e -

governance? (5 Marks)

b. What are certain challenges to e-government security? How can they be avoided?

(5 Marks)

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