1 Having a database management systems (DBMS) and database that is able to evolve to meet future organisational needs, is an important factor to consider. 2.2 Batch input is used where a small number of similar source documents are grouped together, and up-to date data is then entered in the CIS only once a month. 2.3 Most financial software uses databases to store and retrieve financial data. For example, pastel partner software. 2.4 Various database model types normally used for data warehouses are either striated or single dimensional. 2.5 In the revenue and receipts cycle an outstanding quotation report can be printed to show all quotations not yet converted into a sales order and which have not yet reached their expiry dates. 2.6 According to the reporting structure, the number of staff members in a finance team should be the similar from organisation to organization, to show consistency across the industry. 2.7 The acquisition and implementation of an AIS does not require a large investment in time and money. It is therefore not essential that the AIS matches the organisations needs as closely as possible, and rather focus on more value-adding projects