Before a data warehouse can become a reality, a model must be built to assist in the design. The information model is stored in a repository . A North Carolina governmental organization that provides increased emphasis for strategic information technology planning and policy development. Information System A computer system, any related software , device, or network connection. The technology surrounding information systems .
Infrastructure Refers to the entire spectrum of information processing technologies and services.
This includes data processing , telecommunications, office automation equipment and related goods and services, technical and user personnel, computer operating systems, and licensed programs. A network technology implemented through a digital telephone service providing high-speed integration of voice and data over special telephone lines. Uses Asynchronous Transfer Mode . Integration Architecture Specifies how various automated applications operating on different platforms can effectively work together. Intelligent Workstation A computer that can work independently or work as part of a network .