Management Information Systems: Information Technology Infrastructure

software controls

a type of general control; Monitor the use of system software and prevent unauthorized access of software programs, system software, and computer software.

implementation controls

audit the systems development process at various points to ensure that the process is properly controlled and managed.

input controls

check data for accuracy and completeness when they enter the system.

fault tolerant computer systems

contain redundant hardware, software, and power supply components that create an environment that provides, continuous, uninterrupted service.

hardware controls

ensure that computer hardware is physically secure, and check for equipment malfunction.

output controls

ensure that the results of computer processing are accurate, complete, and properly distributed.

processing controls

establish that data are complete and accurate during updating.

intrusion detection systems

feature full time monitoring tools placed at the most vulnerable "hot spots" of corporate networks to detect and deter intruders continually.

administrative controls

formalize standards, rules, procedures, and control disciplines to ensure that the organization's general and application controls are properly executed and enforced.

general controls

govern the design, security, and use of computer programs and the security of data files throughout the organizations information technology infrastructure.

computer operations controls

oversee the work of the computer department to ensure that programmed procedures are consistently and correctly applied to the storage and processing of data. they include controls over the setup of computer processing jobs and backup and recovery procedures for processing that ends abnormally.

application controls

specific controls unique to each computerized application, such as payroll or order processing.