IS are designed to generate relevant and accurate information. The definition of information
quality encompasses measures of accuracy, precision, currency, timeliness,
sufficiency, understandability, conciseness, among others. These measures capture how
well systems assist users in making business decisions. As important as information
quality is to an IS, few studies have examined the predictors of Information Quality
as demonstrated in Figure 3.
While generating quality information is the primary purpose of any IS, few studies
have explored the variables that affect Information Quality. This is a significant
gap in the IS research. Quality information is a foundation of good decision making
and positive outcomes, yet we know little about the variables that lead to improved
Information Quality. More research is needed in order to understand better how to
influence Information Quality