Computer Information Systems Brief

Computer Information Systems Brief
Jennifer Purvis
ACC542
April 25, 2011
Marilyn Fisher

Computer Information Systems Brief
Kudler Fine Foods is stocked with high end specialty, imported, and domestic products. The specialty foods include fresh meats, produce, packaged foods, bakery goods, cheese, wine, and specialty dairy products. They have invested in and administered the computer system appropriately for business purposes.   The company stands out by offering premier goods to their customers in their three gourmet locations. Though each location is money-making, Kudler requires a renovation of the existing computer system to be viable in their niche gourmet food market. A preliminary evaluation of the computer systems, accounting practices and opportunities will be investigated to enhance the company’s accounting system also. Additionally, dangers that they will face if modifications are not completed to the existing system will be tackled.   To consider and propose a valuable computer system, it is essential to appraise and make suggestions based on significant accounting procedures and business needs, record of present systems, clarification of business benefits from technology advancements and ascertaining the strengths and weaknesses with possible technology
The existing computer information system that Kudler employs is an integral part in supplying data for the profitability of the business. The present computer system is grasped by all employees, is accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and allows the company to thrive in sales. As the company look to move forward under the prospect of changing the current systems, there must be an established timeline for employees to train and learn the new software or programs. Kudler’s management and owner Kathy Kudler realize that the benefit of using information technology is to improve their accounting operations and meeting business goals. Kudler’s computer system integration will expand the...