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MIS500 Foundations of Information Systems - Torrens University

Learning outcome 1: Critically analyse the key Information systems concepts and technologies in the context of contemporary businesses and organisations.

Instructions

This assignment aims to give you an understanding of the some of the information systems concepts that underpin modern businesses. Sneakers and streetwear have revolutionised fashion and lifestyle. From Nike, Puma, Adidas to Converse, Yeezy to Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Chanel everyone is wearing sneakers. Kanye West, Mark Zuckerberg, Taylor Swift, Virat Kohli, Beyonce and people from all walks of life both young and old are wearing sneakers.

In this assignment you will investigate the value chain of a sneaker brand or a sneaker retailer brand, and consider some of the technologies that underpin this strategy. You will use Porter's Value Chain to investigate the how the business creates value, understanding each component and considering if there is any potential for additional value creation. You will investigate how the company utilise SMACIT (Social, Mobile, Analytics, Cloud, and Internet of Things) and DARQ (Distributed Ledger (Blockchain), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Extended Reality (XR) and Quantum Computing) technologies within their business, and consider how they use data to create information and knowledge that guides business decisions.

Use the following structure for your assignment, answering the questions below:

1. Introduction:
Briefly describe the history of the sneaker brand or retailer (Nike, Rebel Sport, Foot Locker, Culture Kings, Puma, Hype, GOAT, Adidas or any local or international brand). (150 words)

2 Porter's Value Chain: Use the Porter's Value Chain model (pictured below) to identify and explain the business's primary activities and support activities. Make recommendations to the Sneaker Company or Sneaker Retailer on how they can enhance or maximise the value offered to ‘customers' (250 words)

3 SMACIT and DARQ: Which of the SMACIT technologies are your chosen brand or retailer using? Have they begun implementing any of the DARQ technologies? (200 words)

4 Data, Information, Knowledge: How does the sneaker brand or retailer use data to assist their operations? What information and knowledge do they create and utilise from this data? (200 words)

5 Conclusion: Restate your key findings from across the report. Are there any opportunities for innovation or improvement in the areas discussed? (200 words)

6 Reference List: Students should conform to the APA referencing style, making use of external sources as appropriate. All references in the reference list must also appear as in-text references.

Attachment:- Foundations of Information Systems.rar