Human resources manages the people who work for an organization. Many organizations also have a fifth area, information systems , that provides support for the entire organization by managing the organization's information and information systems. Other Approaches to Management Organization M any companies have adopted or are experimenting with structures different from the traditional functional organization. These approaches include fewer levels of management, employees organized by process not function, use of self-managed teams wherever possible, and employees continuously learning new skills. Qualities of Information T he qualities, or characteristics, of valuable information include being accurate, verifiable, timely, organized, meaningful, useful, and cost effective.
Accurate information is correct.
Verifiable information can be confirmed. Timely information has an age appropriate to its use. Organized information is arranged to suit requirements. Meaningful information is relevant to the person who receives it. Useful information results in an action being taken or not taken.