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Khan, Kamal Waris – ProQuest LLC, 2012
Mainframe is used for hosting large commercial databases, transaction servers and applications that require a greater degree of reliability, scalability and security. Customer Information Control System (CICS) is a mainframe software framework for implementing transaction services. It is designed for rapid, high-volume online processing. In order…
Descriptors: Information Systems, Computers, Database Management Systems, Computer Oriented Programs
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Dammers, H. F. – Journal of Documentation, 1975
A personal overview of the economics of computer use in information systems. (PF)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Cost Effectiveness, Databases, Economic Factors
Aherne, Michael P.; Navarro, Joseph J. – 1976
Computerized information systems are often installed to reduce costs of: (1) system maintenance by requiring fewer man-hours, (2) system enhancement by requiring less manpower, (3) mechanical efficiency by doing more per clock-hour of time, (4) personnel by substituting machine expenditures, (5) supplies and support services by using microforms or…
Descriptors: College Administration, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Cost Effectiveness
Oliver, J. Dale; And Others – 1972
Designed to aid decision-makers at the state and local levels, the Vocational Education Evaluation Project (VEEP) will: (1) develop a planning system which will include a computer-assisted system for gathering data on vocational education in Virginia, (2) develop a system to upgrade planning and evaluation in the classroom, (3) identify process…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Cost Effectiveness, Evaluation, Information Systems
Wystrom, Dennis C.; And Others – Illinois Career Education Journal, 1974
The cost system designed as a sub-system of the Management Information System, to record and report cost data for occupational courses funded by the Illinois Division of Vocational and Technical Education, can stand alone if necessary, providing the flexibility essential to the success of the total system. (Flow chart included.) (Author/SA)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Cost Effectiveness, Evaluation Methods, Information Systems
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Spencer, Robert W.; And Others – College and University, 1982
Computer-assisted advisement provides solutions to the most fundamental of advising problems by giving reduced time in evaluating students for graduation, improved accuracy, ease in obtaining information, frequency in providing information, reduction of cost, and versatility. (MSE)
Descriptors: Academic Advising, Computer Oriented Programs, Cost Effectiveness, Degree Requirements
Alvir, Howard P. – 1975
Methods by which campuses with similar information needs for similar decisions can set up a common data base are identified and discussed. Advantages and disadvantages of achieving the common data base by bulk paperwork, functional objectives, and piecemeal empiricism are considered. Practical suggestions for instituting each method are given. Use…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Cost Effectiveness, Databases, Evaluation
Goclowski, John C.; And Others – 1981
Designed to identify and quantify the potential impacts of the Digital Avionics Information System (DAIS) on weapon system personnel requirements and life cycle cost (LCC), this study postulated a typical close-air-support (CAS) mission avionics suite to serve as a basis for comparing present day and DAIS configuration specifications. The purpose…
Descriptors: Aviation Technology, Computer Oriented Programs, Cost Effectiveness, Information Systems
Rensselaer Research Corp., Troy, NY. – 1968
The purpose of this study was to develop the schema and methodology for the construction of a computerized mathematical model designed to project college and university enrollments in New York State and to meet the future increased demands of higher education planners. This preliminary report describes the main structure of the proposed computer…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Cost Effectiveness, Educational Planning, Enrollment Projections
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Darling, A. L. – College and University, 1978
The Registrar at McMaster University, Ontario, Canada, reviewed the student records system, a data base structure using IBM's IMS package. Over 13 interviews were conducted to determine use of the system, problems, and suggestions. An estimated $50,000 could be saved annually by adoption of recommendations. (SW)
Descriptors: Administrative Change, Computer Oriented Programs, Cost Effectiveness, Data Processing
Shoffner, Ralph M.; Madden, Mary A. – 1980
This feasibility study was conducted to collect financial, operational, and other data concerning the alternatives of continuing with the University of Toronto Library Automation System (UTLAS), the present supplier of catalog support to the British Columbia Union Catalogue (BCUC) participating libraries, or of replicating the Washington Library…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Computer Oriented Programs, Cost Effectiveness, Feasibility Studies
Dominguez, Jeronimo, Ed.; Waldstein, Arnold, Ed. – 1982
The four papers presented in this book are intended to promote awareness of educational applications of microcomputer systems, educational software, telecommunications networks, and cable television. An introduction and a list of contributors precede the papers, which discuss specific topics related to computers and new technologies in education:…
Descriptors: Cable Television, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Cost Effectiveness
Czuchry, Andrew J.; And Others – 1979
This report provides a complete guide to the stand alone mode operation of the reliability and maintenance (R&M) model, which was developed to facilitate the performance of design versus cost trade-offs within the digital avionics information system (DAIS) acquisition process. The features and structure of the model, its input data…
Descriptors: Aviation Technology, Computer Oriented Programs, Cost Effectiveness, Data Analysis
Edwards, Ian C. – Electronic and Optical Publishing Review, 1987
Discusses the user benefits of write-once optical storage devices; describes typical applications in archival storage, one-off complex instruction sets, and information storage and retrieval systems; and identifies current trends toward standardization of equipment. (CLB)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Archives, Audiodisks, Computer Oriented Programs
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Lowry, Glenn R.; Grites, Thomas J. – NACADA Journal, 1982
In a Stockton State advising program focusing on career planning and personal development as well as academic programs, a project undertaken by students in the Information and Systems Sciences program helped improve the student data delivery system and save time. Sample records, flow charts, and costs are provided. (MSE)
Descriptors: Academic Advising, Career Planning, Case Studies, Computer Oriented Programs
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