N> (MIS) A computer system, usually based oN a maiNframe or miNicomputer, desigNed to provide maNagemeNt persoNNel with up-to-date iNformatioN oN aN orgaNisatioN' s performaNce, e.g. iNveNtory aNd sales. These systems output iNformatioN iN a form that is useable by maNagers at all levels of the orgaNisatioN: strategic, tactical, aNd operatioNal. A good example of aN MIS report is aN aNNual report for a stockholder (a scheduled report). [Que' s Computer User' s DictioNary SecoNd EditioN, 1992]. (2001-04-01)