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A contribution to IS general taxonomy

The term "information system" has been used for a great number of different product of human mind designed to enable man to understand and control the events in his surroundings. Numerous classifications of ISs have been designed so far. They are based on various forms and characteristics of the existing systems, but they do not explain their origin and growth. In this study, preceeded by a brief surway of the existing clasifications and new genetic taxonomy of IS is presented. It is based on those characteristics of ISs, which are important for their development and design. It also shows how the principles of genetic taxonomy can be applied to evaluate the complexity of new IS development and thus improve the understanding between IS designers and users.

information system; real system; business proceses; taxonomy; clasification

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