THE INFLUENCE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES ON COMPETITIVENESS

Today, almost all companies work with data and information, or knowledge. However, their influence on the quality of the decision-making process is very different. Employees of companies with information systems work on a daily basis, nonetheless, to obtain reports from information systems is dependent on a number of factors, though systems are not often user-friendly. The quality of the decision depends precisely on the source of data and information - that is, on the company information system. Most companies have currently information systems that do not suit the possibilities of getting every-day quality reports, supporting the image of the company, its competitiveness, increasing productivity, and improving market position. The ability to make the right decision depends precisely on the quality of the data output, information, knowledge that can be obtained from the information system. The quality of the information system is positively influenced by the existence of the information system and the correct position of the information manager in the organizational structure. This article deals with this issue in a selected sample of enterprises.