Overview
MIS 430 – Advanced Information Systems Assignment 1: Enterprise Cloud Computing Case Study in Saudi Arabia
Objective Cloud computing has become a fundamental component of modern enterprise information systems. This assignment requires students to investigate how a leading cloud service provider enables digital transformation within an organization operating in Saudi Arabia.
Instructions
Select ONE cloud provider: AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, IBM Cloud, Alibaba Cloud, or Oracle Clouds.
Select ONE organization operating in Saudi Arabia that uses the chosen cloud platform.
Cloud Provider | Example Organizations |
Amazon AWS | STC, HungerStation, Jahez, Noon, Tamara |
Microsoft Azure | Saudi Aramco, SABIC, Ministry of Health, Elm |
Google Cloud | Riyad Bank, Mobily, AI startups |
IBM Cloud | Government agencies, healthcare organizations |
Alibaba Cloud | Noon, logistics companies, e-commerce businesses |
Report Requirements
Executive Summary (10%)
Summarize the organization, cloud provider, business challenge, solution, and key findings.
Organization Profile (10%)
Industry, core business, IS environment, digital transformation initiatives, strategic objectives.
Cloud Platform Overview (10%)
Deployment models, service models (IaaS/PaaS/SaaS), services, regional availability, security.
Enterprise Use Case (25%)
Business problem, cloud solution architecture, integration, stakeholders, data management, supported business processes. Include a simple architecture diagram.
Business Value and Strategic Impact (15%)
Digital transformation, efficiency, cost optimization, scalability, continuity, innovation, customer experience, competitive advantage.
Risks and Challenges (10%)
Cybersecurity, privacy, vendor lock-in, compliance, governance, migration, skills.
Recommendations (10%)
Evidence-based recommendations.
Conclusion (5%)
Summarize findings and lessons learned.
Report Specifications
• 8–10 pages (excluding references)
• Times New Roman, 12 pt, 1.5 spacing
• APA 7th Edition
• Minimum 8 credible references
• Submit PDF report, PowerPoint (8–10 slides), architecture diagram
Assessment Rubric
Criteria | Marks |
Executive Summary | 10 |
Organization Profile | 10 |
Cloud Platform Analysis | 10 |
Enterprise Use Case Analysis | 25 |
Strategic Business Value | 15 |
Risks and Challenges | 10 |
Recommendations | 10 |
Report Quality, APA, References & Presentation | 10 |
Total | 100 |