Management Information Systems (MIS) is the study of people, technology, organizations, and the relationships among them. MIS professionals help firms realize maximum benefit from investment in personnel, equipment, and business processes. MIS is a people-oriented field with an emphasis on service through technology. provides the most comprehensive overviewof information systems used by business firms today, while drawing connections between MIS and business performance. The Laudons are known for their outstanding real-world case studies, which describe how well-known companiesuse IT to solve problems and achieve business objectives. Students develops ought-after skills, such as leading IS-related management discussions andusing IT to meet bottom-line results.