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Hopkinson, Alan – Information Development, 1986
Outlines history of the development of the Unesco Common Communication Format, which is designed to enable exchange of records (monographs, serials, journal articles, contributions in proceedings) between different agencies throughout the world. Highlights include definition of "exchange format," major technical features, and examples of…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Databases, Global Approach, Information Networks
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Pobukovsky, M. – Information Development, 1985
In 1975, Unesco's Computerized Documentation System was combined with Integrated Set of Information Systems to create a comprehensive collection of programs for input, management, and output. The system is being used to support an Integrated Documentation Network within Unesco and micro and minicomputer versions are soon to be released.…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Databases, Information Networks, Information Retrieval
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Guneratne, D. P. – Information Development, 1986
Describes pilot project for establishment of microcomputer-based data system for village-level planning and rural development in Sri Lanka which was initiated in January 1983 to investigate problems and possibilities of improving information management at local level. Administrative and planning structure, project scope and objectives, and…
Descriptors: Developing Nations, Information Dissemination, Information Networks, Management Information Systems
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Amarasuriya, Nimala R. – Information Development, 1987
Discusses the need for access to scientific and technical information to attain national development goals in the Asia Pacific region, and outlines the objectives and program areas of a regional information network established by Unesco. Problems with the current system and future needs are identified. (CLB)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Databases, Developing Nations, Industrialization