Describes the information systems strategy and network development of the Benetton clothing business. Applications in the areas of manufacturing, scheduling, centralized distribution, and centralized cash flow are discussed; the GEIS managed network service is described; and internal and external electronic data interchange (EDI) is explained.…

Describes a transaction log analysis of the New York Public Library research libraries' OPAC (online public access catalog). Much of the remote searching occurred when the libraries were closed and was more evenly distributed than internal searching, demonstrating that remote searching could expand access and reduce peak system loads. (Contains…

Discusses ways to provide good computer laboratory facilities for elementary and secondary schools. Topics discussed include establishing the computer lab and selecting hardware; types of software; physical layout of the room; printers; networking possibilities; considerations relating to the physical environment; and scheduling methods. (LRW)

Describes a trial use of electronic mail to interview academic teachers on how they plan subject courses. Advantages of electronic interviewing, such as cost and convenience, and issues, including complying with network etiquette, are discussed. A copy of part of the electronic interview used in the trial is appended. (Contains two references.)…

Provides examples of common administrative tasks in school district offices that can be expedited using an administrative local area network (LAN). Explains how districts should develop a master plan installing a LAN. Figures display the LAN components, planning sheets, and an electrical requirement calculator chart. Discusses site preparation and…

Discussion of collaboration between institutions of higher education focuses on the use of an electronic classroom for distance education at Embry-Riddle University (Florida) in cooperation with Nova University (Florida). Highlights include use of the Internet; a description of the interactive nature of the technology; scheduling; and students'…

Discusses problems confronting school library media centers, including a lack of telephones for computer network access, a lack of professional personnel, and a lack of flexible scheduling. It is suggested that leadership roles, as well as membership in local and national organizations, are necessary to address these issues. (LRW)

Examines the use of various networks in schools for productivity, including student assignments, interactive learning systems, attendance, student schedules, student placement, electronic mail, classroom presentations, library automation, and shared CD-ROMs; and collaboration, including curriculum discussions, constructivist activities,…

Discusses how to meet elementary school student and staff needs for computer access with a hub of networked computers in the library media center. Topics include types of use, including word processing, desktop publishing, curriculum support, and multimedia presentations; scheduling; assigning staff responsibilities; and suggested allocation of…