Executive Information Systems

Sometimes specialized information systems are created to address the needs of specific levels of employees. An executive information system (EIS) allows top managers to access the firm's primary databases, often by touching the computer hardware called a mouse. EIS software produces easy-to-read graphics with full colour displays and charts. A typical EIS gives users a choice between many kinds of data, such as the firm's financial statements, sales figures and stock markets trends. Managers can start by looking at summaries and then request more detailed information if they wish.