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Williams, Donald F. – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1978
Management information systems are explained and their use by small colleges is discussed. The Columbus Technical Institute Management Information System is described as a first step in providing data processing for higher education. (BH)
Descriptors: College Administration, Community Colleges, Computer Science, Computers
Glassock, David G. – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1978
The needs and problems of the small college or university management information system are discussed through the experiences of a small midwestern university. It is suggested that technological advancements in software and minicomputers will improve the systems development capabilities of small institutions. (Author/BH)
Descriptors: Case Studies, College Administration, Computer Science, Computers
Actis, Bev – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1995
The process that Kenyon College (Ohio) used in researching development of a campus-wide information system (CWIS) is outlined, and the most important issues to be considered in launching a successful CWIS are identified, including resources, needs, ownership, access, personnel, content, policy, design, staffing, marketing, and ongoing development.…
Descriptors: Access to Information, College Administration, Computer Networks, Higher Education
Actis, Bev – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1993
Planning for a computer use "help desk" at Kenyon College (Ohio) was constrained by very limited resources. However, careful and thorough planning resulted in a low-budget, homegrown, but highly effective facility. Staffing, training, staff communication, and marketing the service were essential elements in its success. (MSE)
Descriptors: College Administration, Computer Oriented Programs, Cost Effectiveness, Efficiency