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The purpose and management of the technology and information
function
2.3 Databases
A database combines data from multiple and varied sources
(internal and external) into one comprehensive, secure and easily
manipulated data store.
Advantages Disadvantages
Avoids duplication of data Potential for unauthorised
(data redundancy). access.
Improved data integrity. System failure more
catastrophic.
Flexible to individual’s needs.
Initial development and
Align across entire ongoing maintenance cost.
organisation.
Data is only held in one place
Access controls should make and so accuracy is very
system secure. important.
A unified corporate database allows users to access the same
information, to see an overall picture of performance and helps
inform business decisions.
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