Course Supply Chain Management Module : BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS $201$ QUESTION TWO $[20]$

$2\mathrm{.}1$ Explain how a business organisation can use information technology to

compete effectively by improving efficiency and by improving its products

and services. $(10)$

$2\mathrm{.}2$ Describe any five $(5)$ characteristics of the $1$st generation computer. $(5)$

$2\mathrm{.}3$ Explain briefly the impact of recent developments in high performance

computing on lifestyles, research and business.