System Configuration The flowchart on page 220 represents the computer processing portion of a sales order system. Answer the following questions.

a. What type of data processing system is this? Explain, and be specific.

b. The marketing manager suggests that this system can be greatly improved by processing all files in real time. Explain the major operational changes that would occur in the system if this were done.

c. The auditor warns of operational efficiency implications from this change that must be considered. Explain the nature of these implications.

d. Sketch a flowchart of the proposed new system. Use correct symbols and label the diagram.

System Configuration Sales Department Computer Operations Customer Customer Records Inventory Sales Order Sales Terminal Credit Check and File Update Sales Orders Sales Journal File Update and General Report System Ledger Invoice Sales Marketing Summary Customer Marketing Dept.