MIS |
DSS |
| Focus on structured tasks and routine decisions. (e.g., use of procedures, use of decision rules) | Focus on semistructured tasks, requiring managerial judgment. |
| Emphasis on data storage. | Emphasis on data manipulation. |
| Often only indirect access to data by managers. | Direct data access by managers. |
| Reliance on Computer Expert. | Reliance on Manager’s own judgment. |
| Access to data possibly requiring a wait for manager’s turn. | Direct access to computer and data. |
| MIS manager not completely understanding the nature of the decision. | Manager knowing decision Environment. |
| Emphasis on efficiency. | Emphasis on effectiveness. |
Difference between MIS and DSS
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