Databases

Databases

1. why are they used

   • manage large dataserts
     • It is easier to keep records.
   • improve productivity
     • improving productivity by being organised and having a good structure.
   • present informations
     • present information by using forms and reports so nothing can be accidently deleted.
   • make decisions
     • asking yourself questions whether you are making the right decisions. e.g. are we selling enough products in that area? do we need to advertise more?
   • interpret data
     • you and sort and filter data to make decisions
   • perform calculations
     • perform calculations accurately and quickly, also summarise
   • keep information save and secure
     • save it, keep it away and have a password.
   • to help people work collaboratively
     • people can work together on one document

2. Examples

   • Agencies
     • reservations data
     • client data
     • services data
   • police
     • criminal record
     • finger prints
     • identification
   • employment
     • details
     • portfolio
     • referances
   • health
     • medical record
     • doctors
     • operations
   • sales of goods
     • customer review
     • sales
     • information about product
   • libaries
     • customers
     • stamps
     • loan