2.3 Quality of Information Flashcards
1
Q
Up to date
A
As recent as possible, time stamped.
2
Q
Timely
A
Information must be available for when it is required
3
Q
Accurate
A
Correct with no errors
4
Q
Relevant
A
Has a bearing on the user’s needs.
5
Q
Complete
A
All information required is present
6
Q
Reliable
A
Information is from a trustworthy source
7
Q
Valid
A
On time, complete, accurate, up to date, reliable.
8
Q
Biased
A
A one-sided view, it could be correct but but ignores alternative view points.
9
Q
Comparable
A
Can be compared with similar information eg annual sales of two phone companies Samsung vs Apple
10
Q
Good information
A
Aids decision making, helps innovation, helps to mitigate risks.
11
Q
Poor information
A
Poor decision making, loss of reputation, loss of customers, loss of finance.
