According to the author, this book is designed for MIS managers and systems analysts, corporate executives, end users, and students studying executive information systems (EIS). The book is divided into four main parts, each building on the topics discussed in the previous section.

Part 1 discusses the need for executive information systems and then looks at the executive decisions that are made in an EIS environment. Part 2 explains the hardware, software, and data communications that can be used in an operational EIS. Various vendors’ software is reviewed and the use of online databases, which assist in executive decision making, is examined. Part 3 lists current approaches that should be used in developing EIS applications both for corporate executives and for MIS personnel. Part 4 starts with the fundamentals of effective strategic planning for EIS. The rest of the chapters look at EIS in different industries and give real-world examples of their implementation.

At the beginning of each part is a list of the issues that will be explored. This list is followed by an outline of the topics that will be discussed. Each part ends with a summary, notes, and a bibliography. The author uses examples and diagrams, where appropriate, to illustrate and clarify topics he is discussing.

This book is extremely well written and easy to read. The author covers all facets of executive information systems in a way that is easy to follow and understand. Anyone who is interested in understanding EIS or would like to enhance his or her knowledge in this area would be well advised to get a copy of this book.