Organizing Information System 

 

Hardware Centralization Advantages

Ø  Easier to share

v  Data

v  Expensive hardware (printers)

Ø  Easier to control

v  Purchases

v  Usage

Ø  Less duplication

Ø  Efficiency — less unused resources

Software Centralization
Advantages

Ø  Compatibility

Ø  Bulk buying discounts

Ø  Easier training

Ø  Ease of maintenance & upgrades

Data Centralization
Advantages

Ø  Easy backup

Ø  Easier to Share

Ø  Less duplication

Ø  Security control\monitoring

Personnel Centralization
Advantages

ØWorkers with similar backgrounds

ØEasier training

ØStraightforward growth path

ØSpecialized staff

ØEasier to see/control costs

Hardware Decentralization Advantages

Ø  Less chance of total breakdown

Ø  Users get personalized equipment

Ø  Micros are cheaper than mainframes

Software Decentralization Advantages

Ø  Different users have different preferences

Ø  Easier access

Ø  Customization without affecting others

Ø  Can overcome objections

v Lower prices minimize benefits of bulk purchases.

v Similarities of packages make training easier.

v Conversion tools enable sharing.

Data Decentralization Advantages

Ø  Not all data needs to be shared

Ø  Easier find and access

Ø  Control & politics

Personnel Decentralization Advantages

Ø  Closer to users

v Faster response

v More time spent with users

v Better understanding/communication

Ø  Different career path

 Intermediate (Client-Server)

 

Client-Server Benefits