Masters of Science in Information Systems

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A comparative analysis of reliability, performance, and security of open source software and proprietary software Case Study: East African Centre for Open Source Software (EACOSS) and Kampala International University (KIU)
(Kampala International University ,School of computer technology, 2007-10) Wabule Esther, Makai
Proprietary software are programs whose licenses give the user permission\ run them but are not allowed to share, alter or even redistribute them while Open Source Software/Free Software (OSS/FS), also abbreviated as FOSS (Free Open Source Software) licenses give users the freedom to run the program for any purpose, study, modify, and redistribute copies of either the original or modified program without having to pay royalties to previous developers. Proprietary software has been the most commonly used software among the public over the years though with the growth of the Information and Communications Technologies (ICT5) industry, FOSS is a rapidly growing and commercially accepted alternative to proprietary software in the world. In Uganda, Proprietary software is the mostly used though FOSS is winning several users too, but most users do not purchase licenses for these software products and have little or no information about benefits or challenges of using either software. This research aims at correcting this problem by providing quantitative and qualitative results that users can use to compare software and thereby purchase appropriate programs for their organizations. Therefore the choice of OSS/FOSS and proprietary software is an issue whose importance can not be ignored. Our research reveals that OSS/FOSS and proprietary performances depend on the context and situation. When it comes to this parameter, it is hard for one to conclusively say that FOSS or proprietary software is better. The research, however, reveals that FOSS is more reliable and more secure than the proprietary software.
Modeling business requirements to create a baseline database for online transaction processing case study: Nina Interior Designs
(Kampala International University, School of Computing and Information Technology, 2007-10) Sempebwa, Ronald
In spite of remarkable progress in computing technology, many businesses struggling with the problem of modeling and accessing data. Although faster and graphical interfaces do help somewhat, they do not address the problem’s fundamental cause. A business is basically a complex, evolving “organism”, about, which we need to communicate efficiently. So, our language for modeling and querying must be clear yet detailed enough to capture the business’s complexity and remain easy to change as the business evolves. ORM being a fact-based modeling tool, is the method used for designing and querying database models at the conceptual level, where the application is described in terms readily understood by users, rather than being recast in terms of implementation data structures. Once ORM is used, information required from the system is transformed into elementary facts, the fact types are drawn and population check applied, entity types are combined and arithmetic derivations noted, uniqueness and mandatory constraints are added, checking logical derivations, value is added with set comparison and sub typing constraints, other constraints are added and then final checks will be performed. Therefore, business modelers should use ORM with their stakeholders in order to explore their problem domain. This is because ORM diagrams are incredibly an effective way to explore domain concepts with stakeholders. Still from the business user perspective, the use of a natural language (e.g. English) would be the strongest reason to use ORM, making it superior to traditional ER and UML modeling languages. In conclusion this research provides a sketch of the ORM method as a modeling language, mentioning its features and touching some of its advantage
Quality of service improvement for KIU Local Area Network
(Kampala International University, School of Computing and Information Technology (SCIT), 2007-10) Chemutai, Gilbert
Designing a web-based database system for students’ results: A case study of Uganda National Examinations Board
(Kampala International University, School of Computing & Information Technology, 2007-10) Ssebandeke, Yakoub
In this technological explosion today, large amounts of funds are being directed towards information technology (IT). Despite the enormous advances in the IT industry, there are still many organizations that have not embraced it. Several factors contribute to this state of affairs. One of these being the management factor. This research was focused on the accessibility to online Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) results which is non-existent despite the presence of a static web site. The literature was gathered from several sources, including existing articles and records, Internet sites, and interviews. The results provide insights as to how a web-based student’s result database system can help the stakeholders have access to the student results online
A Web-Based Information System for Ugandan Citizenship Registration
(Kampala International University, masters of science in information systems, 2007-10) Emetu Michael, Emodu
Citizen Identification has always been an issue of importance in the Ugandan society in order to solve problems that lead to delivery of poor health services, inefficient use of resources and failure to meet the people’s basic needs. Due to the accumulated cases of poor management of Citizen Information, the consequences are still being felt. A modern Web-based management information system for Uganda’s Citizens where Citizen Information will be kept and disseminated to stakeholders for proper planning and sound decision making is a result of the research. National Identification cards (IDs) are expected to be issued to the Ugandan citizen who will be registered into the system so that Ugandans are able to identify themselves from other nationals. The process will be decentralized to the district offices or even to the Sub County level so as to improve on the efficiency of the distribution of these IDs. This research is organized into six chapters. Chapter one is the introduction. It looks at the general introduction, problem statement, research questions, and objectives of the research, significance of the research, scope of the research, limitations of the research and the overview of other chapters. Chapter two is the literature review. It surveys scholarly work of other authors which is related to our research. It gives us the theoretical framework of our research. Chapter three presents the research methodology which will be used to carry out the research and it looks at experimental design and data collection tools to be used. Chapter four presents the system investigation and requirements elicitation of the data obtained from the field. Chapter five looks at the data and information modeling of the web-based information system, it also presents the system design and information security of the system. Chapter six looks at Conclusion, recommendation and future work
Design and implementation of aweb based asset inventory system:a case study of health net TPO(Trans -psychological organisation)
(Kampala International University. School of computing and information science, 2009-07) Kotegnon, Angele
In this technological explosion today, large amounts of funds are being directed towards information technology (IT). Despite the enormous advances in the IT industry, there are still many organizations (especially in Africa) that have not embraced it in all its aspects. Several factors are the cause of that state, one of them being the management factor. This research was focused on the analysis and design of an asset inventory monitoring and evaluation system for the Non Governmental Organization Health Net TPO (Trans Psychological Organization). The literature was gathered from several sources, including existing articles and records, internet sites, and interviews. The results can help many organizations which have many offices in many countries to manage their assets online without any problem.
Analysis, design and implementation of a web-based management information system for east African military libraries: the case of senior command and staff college library
(Kampala International University, School of Computing and Information Technology, 2009-09) Agatha, Kisa Nsibirano
An automation system is no longer seen as an end in itself but is viewed as a gateway to a global network of information resources. Despite the existence of military information centers, information is not accessed globally due to inefficiency and difficulties in storage, retrieval and dissemination of information. This has not been adequately examined thus causing challenges and pointing out implications involved in automating military information centers to enhance global information access. This study therefore explored the contribution of automating the information management process through an integrated information system so as to enhance access of information. The study also explored and analyzed the effectiveness of automating military libraries so as to enhance information access-internationally or globally. The study employed descriptive research design though quantitative research design was used to compliment it. East Africa Military Libraries are semi-automated. This over emphasis causes the researcher to overlook the fundamental need of providing cost effective services to users. That is “more and better computer capabilities will solve the problem” is a myth. The heart of any information systems is the detailed understanding of the important facets of the organization.
Design and development of a dynamic user inventory access and management system case study: United Nations-Office for the coordination of humanitarian affairs (UNOCHA) Uganda.
(Kampala International University, School of Computing and Information Technology, 2009-09) Okello, Richard; Rambo
This study primarily builds grounds on the fact that key information for decision making in organizations is partly a result of good tracking systems like Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) systems and Inventory Control and Management (1CM) systems among others. The main objective of this study therefore was to come up with an inventory control and management system (ICMS) that would allow UN OCHA-Uganda to record, store, retrieve and process information on all equipment, locations, vendors and stocks movement in an efficient and effective manner, providing for interactivity. Literature on the subject matter was widely referenced, obtained from a number of information sources including journal articles, reports, monographs, conference proceedings. In addition, much of the literature was accessed following a number of online searches through renowned search engines on the internet. With particular regard to the choice of methodology, a number of methods, tools and techniques were deployed to support the effective collection and analysis of data that lead to the derivation of useful conclusions that ably backed the recommendations in this regard. In particular, the main methods included interviewing, observation and document analysis. The instruments of research included printed questionnaires that were designed, tested and re-tested, after which, they were emailed to the respective respondents. The study population that predominantly comprised UN OCHA-Uganda staff members based in Kampala and the rest of the Field Offices. Two separate questionnaires were prepared targeting two similar, but occupationally different categories of respondents. The first category of respondents included Management, Finance and Administrative Staff while the second category targeted the rest of the staff from the different departments. Quantitative data was analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Scientists (SPSS). This made it possible for the study to yield important statistics to support answering ofthe research questions. Resulting from the data obtained and the analyses made, it is observed that OCHA Uganda does not have a substantive Inventory Control and Management System in place and does not technically own the tools used to track the available data. It was also established that Inventory data was not managed in real time as reflected by a significant 57% of the respondents. It was evidently clear that OCHA-Uganda also adheres to important best practices in 1CM as reflected by over 57% of the respondents who disagree on the proposition that staff received more supplies that requests for resources and the combined 85% respondents who either agree or strongly agree on the proposition of acknowledgement of receipt of materials delivered. On a similar note, a significant number of respondents constituting 29% do affirm that OCHA-Uganda maintains an updated/approved vendor list. The study establishes that no relevant training has been conducted for concerned officials in the recent past. This is evident from 86% of the respondents. This is further aggravated by resource constraints as expressed by over 43% of the respondents who either negate the proposition, or are not aware. XIII In view of the above, the study recommends that OCHA-Uganda invests in the development of a functional, usable, scalable, robust and shareable 1CM system, and in adequate staff training to equip the responsible officers with sufficient skills and techniques to manage the function better. More recommendations are provided in chapter five of this report.
Design and implementation of university examination Results management system: Case Study of Kampala International University School of Computer Studies (KIUSCS)
(Kampala International University. School of computing and information science, 2009-10) Muyanja, Lawrence
The study was carried out with a major objective of automating an examination records management system for Kampala International University School of Computer Studies (K1USCS) that will store records and process electronically all examination documents
Information communication technology in inception; an aid to banking industry development in Uganda
(Kampala International University, School of Computing and Information Technology, 2009-10) Korie, Malachy; Chidi
This project is a comprehensive evaluation of the response of Uganda banks to the adoption of Information Communication Technology (ICT). It’s focuses on how the banking industry in Uganda has applied ICT to improve on their oparations; and the future application of ICT to meet new technology innovations in the banking industry.Three categories of variables relating to the adoption and implementation of information communication technology devices were used for this study. These include the nature and degree of adoption of innovative technologies; benefits and barriers for ICT adoption; and the impact of the ICT development on banks operation. The study covered 15 Banks out of 20 registerd banks in Uganda as at the end of 2008. A total of 30 questionnaires returned out of 34 which were administered to the selected bank employees, including Head of IT and Marketing departments of the 15 responding banks. Out of these, 86% were respectively retrieved. In addition to questionnaires the researchers personal previous and current observation was used for primary data collection .Data collected through questionnaire where analyzed quantitavely using SPSS. From the researchers observation and the results of the study, it was discoverd that Uganda Banking Industry has a high uptake of computers use, and a high application rate of the internet, LAN and Intranet and many banks apply security measures like firewalls and encryption systems to secure data. It was further discovered that ICT represents great potential for business process reengineering of Uganda Banks as it has improved banking services, facilitated accurate records, provides for home and office Banking services, ensures convenient business hour, prompt and fair attention, and enhances faster services. However, lack of IT specialist, innexpirienced customers and huge investment was found to be the biggest obstacle to ICT development in Uganda Banking Industry. The adoption of ICT improves the banks’ image and leads to a wider, faster and more efficient market. With the development of technology, alternative delivery mechanism such as ATM and others becomes available. Indeed, ICT is an enabler, but without sufficient capabilities of the human workforce to use it efficiently, the costly investments become ineffective, It therefore recommended that Banking Industry should support training and skills development among bank staff and customers by arranging training courses or facilitate networks for exchange of best practice so as to implement new ICT innovation in Uganda Banking Industry.
Secure management of ICT resources for a University: the case of Kampala International University
(Kampala International University; School of Computing and Information Technology, 2010-03) Korir, Amos K.
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is one of the keys pillars in development in the current society. Every institution or company uses ICT facilities and services to carry out their day to day activities. For this reason the security of these services and facilities is very important. An institution which has a proper and reliable ICT security management stands good chances of continuity and on the other hand poor ICT security spells out doom to the company. Institutions of higher learning like Kampala international University (KIU) ICT is of strategic imp01iance especially in management and online learning. The security of information being processed stored and exchanged needs to be clearly elaborate as the dependence on ICT on most institutions core services is increasing. This research report is organized into five chapters and it highlights the current state of ICT security in institutions focusing on KIU. It includes the challenges being encountered and a framework which if implemented then a positive change can be achieved in managing ICT security
Design and implementation of e-learning system for Tanzania public service college Tanzanian
(Kampala international international: School of computing and Information technology, 2010-08) George, Hosea
The study found out that different types of e-learning information systems that are in market were not satisfying the requirement of the Tanzania Public Service College. Therefore the study was conducted so that to satisfy the requirement of organization. The e-learning information system was very complex and expensive for the Tanzania Public Service College an investigation was carried out to establish how the existing system functions and what its problems were. To help in investigation, the structured interview, Observation and Questionnaires were used in Data Collection In designing the system, the study defines the architecture, components, modules, interfaces, and data for a system to satisfy specified requirements. One could see it as the application of systems theory to product development. The system design was done in three phases. Conceptual, Logical and Physical design the design and implementation of the new system at Tanzania Public Service College was a very interesting venture. Thus the project objectives were achieved through. The researcher recommends that the application be developed further to include more help files. Further user training, with the introduction of the new system, staff members from the branch are to be trained with a lot of precaution concerned with operation of the system. Further areas of system development and implementation to other campuses of Tanzania Public Service College such as Tabora Campus, and Mtwara Campus.
Decision support system for coca- cola production schedulings: the case of coca-cola company-Mbarara
(Kampala International University, School of Computing and Information Technology, 2012) Kirungi, Richard
The study was conducted in coca-cola company, Mbarara town and the study was intended to investigate the existing procedure used in production scheduling, ICT staff skill levels and availability of ICT resources at coca-cola Company. Furthermore the study looks at the analysis of data, construct, test, validate and implement the decision support system basing on the requirements for efficient and effective production scheduling management at coca-cola company. This report covers six chapters; and these are as follows: Chapter one, which has the introduction, background of the study, problem statement, objectives, significance and scope of the study. Chapter two is literature review looking at suggestions of other workers’ researcher on related studies of decision support system for production scheduling, chapter three has the methods, data collection tools and Ethical considerations. Chapter four has the findings of the research study; chapter five includes the development, design and requirements used in developing the new system. Chapter six covers Discussion, conclusion, recommendation and Areas of further study. The system prototype was developed and implemented using Microsoft visual studio 2005 as an interface and SQL server 2005 for database. This scheduling system can be adopted for use in industries, schools, hospitals and other institutions that require scheduling production. To mitigate the problems caused by this complexity, a decision support system for production scheduling for the implementation of scheduling system is presented in this study, which integrates various scheduling techniques forcing the researcher to come up with new idea of developing a decision support system for coca-cola company. Specifically this system allows user name and passwords created and provided by the system administrator in the company to access the system through an intranet based on the user rights and permissions. The scheduling information stored in a central server. All the services provided by this system, have been made available on the organizations’ intranet. It is recommended that coca-cola company should use the system developed.
A patient information management system [PIMS] for health care: a case of Kampala International University teaching hospital, Ishaka- Bushenyi, Uganda
(Kampala International University, 2012) Atuhe, Aarone Mike
This project report is about a study that was intended to develop a Patient Information Management System (PIMS) for efficient and effective healthcare management. The study was conducted in Kampala International University Teaching Hospital, in Ishaka Bushenyi.
Design development and evaluation of a library information system: A case study of Macmillan Memorial Library
(Kampala International University, School of Computing & Information Technology, 2012-05) Habiba, N Ngugi
Macmillan Memorial Library is a public library that offers library services to all levels of scholars using traditional approach which has resulted to poor, dawdling and erroneousness in general management of the library thus the researcher found the need for a database with web interface that can provide a good solution regarding service delivery like accurate updating of records in files and retrieving, easy tracing of library and members records not forgetting trouble free general administration of the Library which will progress cost-effective performance by increase in accuracy, labor-intensive activities cost reduction by increased effectiveness. The researcher therefore used an open source software environment to develop a web-based database for Macmillan Memorial Library for the sole purpose of administration and serving its clients efficiently and effectively. The purpose of the study was designing and evaluation of a library information system for MML administration based on a web-based database in consideration of the relevant staff involved. The researcher used random sampling to obtain relevant data whereby a total of 50 members accessing the library and library staff was selected to respond to the questionnaire and the interview related to the study
ICT Adoption and Social Service Delivery in Public Institutions in Rwanda:
(Kampala International University,College of Computing and Information Technology, 2012-09) Ngororukunda, Achille
This study is a result of an academic research entitled "ICT adoption and social service delivery in public institutions in Rwanda. Case study of Rwanda Social Security boards". The purpose of this study was to test the null hypothesis of no significant relationship between ICT (information and communications technology) adoption and quality of service delivery in public institution in Kigali Rwanda, to generate new information from the existing data. The objectives of this study were (i) to determine the level of ICT adoption in Rwanda Social Security Board; (ii) to investigate the level of service delivery in Rwanda Social Security Board.; (iii) To find out whether there is a significant relationship between ICT adoption and service delivery in Rwanda Social Security Board. The study population comprised of 237 people of Rwanda Social Security Board; a sample of 149 respondents was chosen, using Sloven formula and simple random sampling. Questionnaire was used in collecting both primary and secondary data. Statistical Package for Social Scientists (SPSS) was used to analyze all data. The data were processed using frequency distribution, mean, and Pearson's linear correlation coefficient. The findings of the study revealed that the null hypothesis was rejected and affirmed that there is a relationship between ICT adoption and social services delivery. The study concluded that ICT adoption has a profound influence to the organization development. It is recommended that on the extent of ICT adoption in public institutions in Rwanda, the study recommends that more has to be done on the adoption and use of ICT in Rwanda Social Security Board although preliminary findings already show that the use of ICT is high in that institution.
Design and evaluation a web-based database of military hospital of Kamenge, Burundi
(Kampala International University, College of Computing and Information Technology, 2012-09) Ninteretse, Prudence
The main objective of this research was to design and evaluate a web based database system that is able to keep track of all patients and staff records to ensure proper management and ensure accuracy and efficiency in the Military Hospital of Kamenge, Currently manual-based system of recording data and registering patients are used at MHK. This is associated with such problems as loss of valuable data, record mixing and insecurity to patient’s and staff records. The target of this new system is to improve the existing system so that patient’s records can be kept and processed in an efficient manner. The researcher therefore used an open source software environment to develop a web-based database for Military Hospital of Kamenge for the sole purpose of hospital and serving its clients efficiently and effectively. The researcher used random sampling to obtain relevant data whereby a total of 65 patients, doctors, nurses and pharmacists were selected to respond to the questionnaire and the observation related to the study. In conclusion, main objective of carrying out of this project was to implement system development knowledge in relation to Information Systems which was achieved by designing and evaluating a hospital information system. The objective has been largely achieved since the system has been developed and can be considered to have achieved most of the set out objectives. The researcher wish to recommend that the application be developed further to include more precise help files, handle other information needs like the development of the system at large to serve the whole hospital fraternity as well as security enhancement.
Design and implementation of a mobile application system for dissemination of national immunization information of Gitarama health centre, Rwanda
(Kampala International University. School of computing and information science, 2012-10) Masengesho, Pontien
This study is a result of an academic research entitled “Design and Implementation of a Mobile Application System for Dissemination of National Immunization Information in Gitarama Health centers, Rwanda”. The purpose of this study was to test the null hypothesis of no significant difference between the existing and the proposed system for dissemination of national immunization information in Gitarama health centre, Rwanda; to generate new information from the existing data and to validate the concept of Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). The objectives of this study are i) to identify the profile of the respondents in terms of gender, age, education level and category. ii) To determine the level of performance and efficiency of the present dissemination of national immunization information in Gitarama Health Centre, Rwanda iii) To establish the level of performance of proposed mobile application system for dissemination of national immunization information.iv) To determinate if there is a significant difference on the level of performance and efficiency between the existing dissemination of national immunization information and the proposed mobile application system for dissemination of national immunization information. The study population comprised of 51 peoples with 18 staff members and 33 parents of children from Gitarama health centres, Questionnaire was used in collecting both primary and secondary data. SPSS was used to analyze all data. The data were processed using frequency distribution, mean, and Pearson’s linear correlation coefficient. The findings of the study revealed that the null hypothesis has been rejected and affirmed that there is a difference between the existing systems of disseminate of national immunization information and the proposed mobile application system for dissemination of national immunization information in Gitarama Health centre, It is recommended that the ministry of health has to implement this system to test the benefit of it within health centres
Voice over internt protocol adoption in Rukara College of education, Eastern Province, Kayonza District, Rwanda.
(Kampala International University, School of Computing and Information Technology, 2012-10) Kalamuzi, James
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the adoption of VoIP in Rukara College at a greater rate and at the same time find out the reasons for the slower adoption of VoIP. To determine the level of performance and efficiency of the existing technology in Rukara College, Rwanda, to determine the level of performance and efficiency of VoIP in Rukara college, Rwanda, to determine if there is significance difference between the existing technology and the proposed one. There study employed descriptive research design as well as quantitative and qualitative research designs were used to describe data collected from the field, Research Population of about 2140, 140 staff members and 2000 students. For staff members, this included both teaching and non teaching staff, The researcher Used the sloven’s formula to compute the sample size, were by 42 staff members were selected as a sample from 70 staff members while 119 students as a sample were selected from 200 students, Sampling Procedure, Random sampling procedure was used since all members had equal chances and the Research Instrument and the tools used for collecting data from the respondents were personal questionnaires which were designed touching on every objective of the study. The conclusion was based on research objectives, analysis and interpretation of individual views on all problems associated with PSTN that are categorically summarized in percentages like, PSTN signals not enough where more than 70% said that PSTN signals were not good enough, on Inter-communication inefficient more that 80% said was so inefficient, also more than 8O% said that the monthly charges make it expensive due to monthly revenues collected from the collage. Regulatory authorities since the authorities are state agencies incorporated VoIP with PSTN and regulated both of them as a way of giving a chance to institutions bit academic or business enterprises to asses, adopt and utilize the benefits a better technology since it is the state that gets revenue
Evaluation of factors influencing the acceptance of KOHA library software in selected academic libraries in Uganda
(Kampala International University, 2013) Alikoba, Elizabeth
The study aimed at evaluating the factors that influence the acceptance of Koha library software in academic libraries

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