10 Sep Question 1: Respond in your own words to #1

Question 1:

Respond in your own words to #1 and #2 below in a minimum of 175 words each:

Cloud computing has become abundant. Accountants frequently discuss cost-benefit trade-offs of cloud computing. In several ways cloud computing closely resembles other forms of outsourcing and therefore enjoys the same advantages. Unfortunately, this new technology is not flawless and has several costs and/or concerns.

1. In your opinion, explain some of the benefits and disadvantages associated with cloud computing that you have experienced (NO Internet answers or quotes).

2. What are the top three cloud-computing service providers you prefer and why?

PS: Your response should reflect your own opinions and thoughts. No more that 15% of any post should be from another source which must include the source reference.

Question 2:

Respond in your own words to #1 and #2 below in a minimum of 175 words each:

A component of an accounting system is one part that helps the entire system accumulate financial data, translate the data into worthwhile information, and then communicate the information to the necessary users.

1. Discuss how a company would implement the Systems Development Life Cycle model.

2. Explain why information technology (IT) is important to accounting information systems (AIS) and why accountants need to know about this technology.

PS: Your response should reflect your own opinions and thoughts. No more that 15% of any post should be from another source which must include the source reference.

Question 3:

Respond in your own words to #1 and #2 below in a minimum of 175 words each:

A computer database system or program can be very complicated; however, the central elements of a database are composed of tables, records, and fields. Tables are also called datasheets and each table in a database holds data about a different, but associated, subject. The impact of high-performance interconnects on relational database systems is an important process.

1. In your opinion, why are databases important for accounting information systems? Describe some concerns, and explain why each one is important.

2. Compare and contrast database management systems with databases. Give some examples.

PS: Your response should reflect your own opinions and thoughts. No more that 15% of any post should be from another source which must include the source reference.

Questions 4:

Respond in your own words to #1 and #2 below in a minimum of 175 words each:

Accounting information systems are designed to collect and process transaction data and communicate the financial information to concerned parties. The design of a number of types of accounting information systems vary significantly. A number of factors influence the design of these systems, such as the size of the business, the type of business, the volume of data, the type of data management needs, and other factors.

1. Describe what you consider some important features of integrated accounting software for small businesses. Why do you think they are important?

2. You are the accountant for a business. Explain the accounting cycle of an AIS as you understand and perform it each month.

PS: Your response should reflect your own opinions and thoughts. No more that 15% of any post should be from another source which must include the source reference.

Question 5:

Respond in your own words to #1 and #2 below in a minimum of 175 words each:

Internal control is a process that is designed to help firms reach their goals and objectives as measured with respect to maintaining reliability, operational efficiency and effectiveness, and consistent financial reporting. In addition, adequate internal control ensures mitigating risks and compliance with regulations and policies.

1. In your experience, what are some unique challenges mobile devices pose to an organization? What are some trade-offs? What are some pros and cons of BYOD?

2. Discuss how to maintain separation of duties in a computerized accounting system. Give some examples from your work (do not share any confidential information).

PS: Your response should reflect your own opinions and thoughts. No more that 15% of any post should be from another source which must include the source reference.

Question 6:

Respond in your own words to #1 and #2 below in a minimum of 175 words each:

The primary method to evaluate the effectiveness of an information system’s controls is from conducting an information systems audit.

1. In your own words, discuss the many aspects of an information systems audit including how an audit trail plays a part.

2. What do you think are the greatest challenges facing IT auditors?

PS: Your response should reflect your own opinions and thoughts. No more that 15% of any post should be from another source which must include the source reference.