Bundle: Fundamentals of Information Systems, Loose-leaf Version, 8th + MindTap MIS, 1 term (6 months) Printed Access Card

Combining the latest research and most current coverage available into a succinct nine chapters, FUNDAMENTALS OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS, 8E equips students with a solid understanding of the core principles of IS and how it is practiced. The streamlined eighth edition features a wealth of new examples, figures, references, and cases as it covers the latest developments from the field--and highlights their impact on the rapidly changing role of today's IS professional. It includes expanded coverage of mobile solutions, an increased focus on energy and environmental concerns, new discussions on the growing use of cloud computing across the globe, a stronger career emphasis, and two cases per chapter (with additional cases on the text website). Learning firsthand how information systems can increase profits and reduce costs, students explore new information on e-commerce and enterprise systems, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, green computing, and other issues reshaping the industry. The text introduces the challenges and risks of computer crimes, hacking, and cyberterrorism. It also presents some of the most current research on virtual communities, global IS work solutions, and social networking. A long-running example gives students an up-close view of how technology was used in the design, development, and production of this text. Powerful new interactive instructor and student multimedia resources include MindTap™ and Aplia™. No matter where students' career paths may lead, FUNDAMENTALS OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS, 8E can help you equip future professionals to maximize their success as employees, decision makers, and business leaders.