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Vogel, Douglas R.; Wetherbe, James C. – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1991
A methodology for developing a strategic, long-range organizational information architecture is described. The development of a plan to identify key categories of information to enhance decision making and operational productivity is detailed. Figures and tables detail the methodology's application at the University of Minnesota. (DB)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Higher Education, Information Management, Information Needs

Williams, Richard C.; Bank, Adrianne – Administrator's Notebook, 1983
Activities in three of eight school districts that linked testing and evaluation data with instructional decision-making matched the seven components of management information systems. Each district had a unique system that focused, respectively, on student achievement, school improvement, and staff capacity building. (MLF)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Decision Making, Educational Environment, Elementary Secondary Education
Small, Adrian; Sice, Petia; Venus, Tony – Learning Organization, 2008
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to set out an argument for a way to design, implement and manage IS with an emphasis on first, the learning that can be created through undertaking the approach, and second, the learning that may be created through using the IS that was implemented. The paper proposes joining two areas of research namely,…
Descriptors: Systems Approach, Information Systems, Methods, Manufacturing
Dick, Marlene A. – 1983
Intended for vocational educators, the monograph analyzes the role of individualized instruction in vocational programing for special needs students. Characteristics of an individualized approach include active learning, instructional objectives, small units, evaluation, and self-pacing. Suggestions are offered for implementing an individualized…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Individualized Instruction, Management Information Systems, Models
Dow, Elizabeth H. – Library Journal, 1987
With the advent of the microcomputer, end users need personal information systems that work both at the office and at home and in the external world. The librarian's role could extend from being an information service provider to being a professional counselor on personal information management. (41 references) (MES)
Descriptors: Information Needs, Information Systems, Librarians, Library Role
Monrovia Unified School District, CA. – 1982
A project was undertaken to develop a model for the referral, intervention, assessment, and appropriate placement of regular and special education students in one California school district. The district's existing system was rated according to effectiveness, supportiveness, efficiency, clarity, and flexibility. Results were used to develop the…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Intervention, Management Information Systems
Thompson, James C. – American Libraries, 1985
This discussion of methods for selecting an integrated, public-access library system highlights the traditional idealized selection model; participation by the library director, consultant, task force, committees, and vendors; fads and cost figures; selection of the wrong system; and suggestions for an informal approach to purchasing. Five sources…
Descriptors: Committees, Consultants, Information Systems, Library Administration

Chambers, Jay G.; Parrish, Thomas B. – 1984
The Resource Cost Model (RCM) is a resource management system that combines the technical advantages of sophisticated computer simulation software with the practical benefits of group decision making to provide detailed information about educational program costs. The first section of this document introduces the conceptual framework underlying…
Descriptors: Budgeting, Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Cost Estimates

Murr, L. E.; And Others – Library Hi Tech, 1986
A compact atlas--"Information Highways: Mapping Information Delivery Networks in the Pacific Northwest"--provides a model for assimilating large volumes of information dealing with generic topics. It combines data and information blocks with information technology graphics blocks and maps showing the actual locations of information…
Descriptors: Atlases, Delivery Systems, Flow Charts, Information Dissemination

Penniman, W. David – Special Libraries, 1987
Presents a model for predicting and shaping the impact of information technologies on libraries and the library role which is based on the effects of computerization in various business applications. The library network at AT&T Bell Laboratories is described as an example of a successful implementation of the model. (CLB)
Descriptors: Information Systems, Information Technology, Library Automation, Library Networks

Forgionne, Guisseppi A. – Information Processing and Management, 1988
Presents an organizational strategy for effective delivery of required computer technology to management. The nature of the technology is identified, the relationship between technology and information resources management is examined, and the shortcomings of traditional systems approaches are discussed. (24 references) (Author/CLB)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Delivery Systems, Information Centers, Information Technology

Johnson, Millard F., Jr. – Library Software Review, 1987
Suggests a model for using a spreadsheet to allocate academic library salary increases. Seven variables are incorporated in the model: (1) experience; (2) difficulty of the job; (3) initiative; (4) cost of living; (5) inflation; (6) equity; and (7) merit. One reference is listed. (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Software, Higher Education, Library Administration

Hickey, Thomas B.; Calabrese, Andrew M. – Library Hi Tech, 1986
Describes development of system for retrieval of documents from magnetic storage that uses stored font definition codes to control an inexpensive laser printer in the production of copies that closely resemble original document. Trends in information equipment and printing industries that will govern future application of this technology are…
Descriptors: Delivery Systems, Facsimile Transmission, Futures (of Society), Information Networks

Vogel, Douglas R.; Wetherbe, James C. – Planning and Changing, 1984
Describes the characteristics and application of a methodology for developing a strategic, long-range organizational information plan that will permit coordination of information subsystems within a university's computerized information system. The University of Minnesota's application of such a methodology provides illustrative examples. (PGD)
Descriptors: College Administration, Computer Oriented Programs, Higher Education, Long Range Planning
Frank, Allan R.; Lesher, R. Schuyler – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1991
A discussion of Executive Information Systems, the newest decision-support computer application for organizations, argues that this approach could profoundly change how colleges and universities are managed. Using graphics, icons, and mainframe data retrieval software, middle management can handle large quantities of information. Proven design…
Descriptors: College Administration, Computer Oriented Programs, Decision Making, Higher Education