Qm - Module 3 - Data Communication

Front 1

Define data communication

Back 1

Transmission of information through the medium of numbers

Front 2

How are numbers presented for management?

Back 2

In tables and graphs

Front 3

How should data be presented

Back 3

in form suitable for the receiver rather than convenient for the producer.

Front 4

How do managers generally meet data?

Back 4

1. Business reports
2. Management information systems
3. Accounting data
4. Self-generated data

Front 5

List the rules for data presentation

Back 5

1. Round numbers to two effective figures
2. Reorder the numbers
3. Interchange rows and columns
4. Use Summary measures
5. Minimise use of space and lines
6. Labeling clear but unobstrusive
7. Use verbal summary

Front 6

How is presenting accounting data different?

Back 6

1. They have a logical sequence
2. Tradition of how accounts are set up
3.Legal requirements

Front 7

Which rules appropriate for accounting?

Back 7

Rules 1, 5, 6 and 7
1. Round numbers to 2 digits
5. Minimise use of space and lines
6. Labeling clear but unobstrusive
7. Use verbal summary