What is a BIS?

• A. A system that uses technology to gather and analyses information
• B. A business strategy for market expansion
• C. A type of financial instrument
• D. An information storage device

Answer: (A)

A BIS is a system that uses information technology to collect, store, process, and distribute information to help managers make decisions. This description fits because a BIS integrates data from different parts of the business and presents it in a way that people can analyse to monitor performance, plan, and control operations. The other options point to a growth strategy, a financial instrument, or a device that merely stores data, none of which capture what a BIS does as an information system designed to support decision making. A BIS typically includes components like databases, software for reporting and analytics, and user interfaces that turn data into actionable insights.