Presents observations of the host organization of a field experience program in which graduate students were to familiarize themselves with the role of information in organizations, the functions and capabilities of computer-based information systems, and the process by which information systems can be developed and implemented. (Author/IRT)

Reports on a study to investigate use of and trends in systems analysis in a selected list of educational institutions. (JF)

This article discusses a procedure commonly called a systems study in which administrative personnel can evaluate systematically their information needs and can specify them in sufficient detail for technical specialists to make recommendations for possible improvements. (Author)