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Telem, Moshe – Information Processing and Management, 1989
Presents an attempt to develop an integrated overall management information system growth and integration theory for small organizations. The three dimensions that facilitate information integration progress (i.e., electronic data processing evolution, computerized tools, and user types) are presented, analyzed, and characterized. Guidelines for…
Descriptors: Data Processing, Guidelines, Information Management, Information Technology

Forgionne, Guisseppi A. – Information Processing and Management, 1988
Presents an organizational strategy for effective delivery of required computer technology to management. The nature of the technology is identified, the relationship between technology and information resources management is examined, and the shortcomings of traditional systems approaches are discussed. (24 references) (Author/CLB)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Delivery Systems, Information Centers, Information Technology

Heitzman, James – Information Processing and Management, 1990
Discussion of the relationship between information and development in Third World countries highlights information systems development in four South Asian nations: India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. The impact of microelectronics technology, development theories, multinational corporations, international information agencies, and…
Descriptors: Developing Nations, Development, Foreign Countries, Information Needs

Nath, Ravinder – Information Processing and Management, 1994
Describes a study of 11 large firms that identified difficulties that organizations encounter in matching current information technologies with business needs. The main problems are discussed, including high costs of new technology, lack of computer literacy among senior management, and lack of time in the information systems department. (Contains…
Descriptors: Administrators, Business, Communication (Thought Transfer), Computer Literacy

Chen, Hsinchun; Dhar, Vasant – Information Processing and Management, 1991
Two studies of the cognitive processes involved in online document-based information retrieval were conducted. These studies led to the development of five computational models of online document retrieval which were incorporated into the design of an "intelligent" document-based retrieval system. Both the system and the broader implications of…
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Classification, Cognitive Processes, Computer System Design