IntroductionThe purpose of this report is to explain what a “management information system” (MIS) is. This report will explain how management information system helps different departments of an organization. The functions and benefits of using MIS will also be discussed in this report. MIS can provide a large number of benefits to businesses across all industries and is critical to the success of any business. It involves collecting data and processing it to provide useful and relevant information for the company's decision-making process. Since GIS is crucial for the success of any business, it is essential to be knowledgeable and knowledgeable in the relevant field. What is the management information system? carry out all tasks related to the processing and management of information. (Rainer & Cegielski) It is an organized approach to analyzing the information needs of management, at all levels, to make operational, tactical and strategic decisions. MIS is an integral part of any business. It is widely used across all sectors and has become a necessity for survival. GIS is often considered as a subset of the “Information System” (IS). This subset is particularly relevant for securing and providing the information needed to assist management at different levels. Management information systems are distinct from traditional information systems. The information system (IS) refers to the information system necessary for the daily functioning of the internal operations of a company; while MIS refers to the information system responsible for securing internal and external data that management can use to make operational decisions. Such a d...... middle of paper ......utsourceAccountingServices.com. Retrieved April 5, 2011 from http://www.outsourceaccountingservices.com/mis-reports.htmlManufacturing Management Information System (MIS). (nd). Business intelligence blog. Retrieved April 7, 2011 from http://blog.maia-intelligence.com/2008/04/25/manufacturing-management-information-system-mis/MIS APPLICATION IN FINANCE. (nd). Scribd. Retrieved April 8, 2011 from http://www.scribd.com/doc/27891090/MIS-APPLICATION-IN-FINANCERainer, KR and Cegielski, CG (nd). Introduction to information systems... - Google Books. Google Books. Retrieved April 5, 2011 from http://books.google.ca/books?id=maK8xskEduYC&pg=PA7&lpg=PA7&dq=Management+information+system+deals+with+planning+for,+development,+management,+and+ usage+ information+technology+tools+to+help+people+perform+all+the+tasks+related+to+information+processing+and+m.