Equipping you with a solid understanding of the core principles of IS and how it is practiced, PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS, 12E covers the latest research and developments from the field and their impact on the rapidly changing role of today's IS professional. The book includes expansive coverage of mobile solutions, energy and environmental concerns, cloud computing, IS careers, virtual communities, global IS work solutions, and social networking. You learn firsthand how information systems can increase profits and reduce costs as you explore new information on e-commerce and enterprise systems, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, green computing, and other issues reshaping the industry. The book also introduces the challenges and risks of computer crimes, hacking, and cyberterrorism. A long-running example illustrates how technology was used in the design, development, and production of this book. No matter where your career path may lead, PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS, 12E can help you maximize your success as an employee, a decision maker, and a business leader.
Gives a good overview on the broad topic of Information Systems, it is difficult with such a book to keep it topical on such dynamic topics as AI and IoT.
The thing with technology and information system is that as soon as you write, edit, and publish a book on the "latest" technology, that technology is already out-dated. That being said, this 101-level book serves as a good introduction to the IT/IS world. While this won't put you in a position to become a CIO, you will know the general idea of how information flows and is stored in an organization.