This research aims to analyze the information system of learning management and the overall quality of service to the customer's satisfaction application of Ruangguru. This study employed a descriptive quantitative approach. The sampling technique was purposive sampling based on Slovin equations. Data were collected using a synchronous survey…

A computer named Sophia at Smith College does far more than routine data processing. Her activities range from matching roommates to classifying plants. (Author/MLF)

This article, the third in a series, provides a list of criteria to be used in evaluating administrative software. Some general guidelines are provided, followed by 30 questions that should be asked concerning documentation, input, processing, output, and other areas. (DCS)

Sophisticated managers know that reams of data cannot take the place of important information. Planning is necessary to ensure that what is being reported in an organization is necessary and useful and that data are not assembled just because the computer makes it possible. (MLF)

Two examples of computerized spreadsheets dealing with planning, forecasting, and development of a park maintenance strategy are illustrated and explained. (DF)

A large intramural program can be effectively organized and scheduled with the help of computer programing. Benefits include overall increased efficiency, better service to the students' needs, a superior evaluation device, and more consistency throughout the program. (CJ)

Discusses the management applications of three categories of software: word processing, electronic spreadsheets, and database management systems. Maintains that most administrative tasks can be facilitated with one or more of these systems. Describes the impact of microcomputers on administration at Chipola Junior College. (DMM)

Computing began at Rice University with the first computer project on campus about 1958. In 1960 a computer center was formed. Today's Institute for Computer Services and Applications serves Rice administration, departments, faculty, and students by writing systems, maintaining files, entering data, retrieving information, etc. (MLW)

A survey, which presented to members of the Council of Administrators of Special Education seven questions on development and current and future use of technology applications, indicated, among other findings, use of a computerized system by over half of 384 respondents, great interest in management use, and diversity of hardware. (Author/MC)

The synopsis describes development by the Mississippi Vocational Rehabilitation for the Blind Agency of a data processing system to improve service delivery for clients and enhance the cost-effectiveness of agency resources. (Author/MC)

Describes the results of a survey of the records management needs of various organizations. Focuses on the use of and need for hard- and software media for storage retrieval, microimage processing, job titles and responsibilities relating to records management, electronic funds transfer, and reprographics. (CT)

Examination of management information systems of three manufacturing firms highlights principal characteristics, document types and functions, main information flows, storage and retrieval systems, and common problems (corporate memory failure, records management, management information systems, general management). A literature review and…

A software package aided a Colorado school district's conversion from one computer system to another. (MLF)

A microcomputer was installed in a large state mental retardation facility's Behavior Treatment Program to aid in data storage and analysis. Subjective estimates suggested that habilitative program analysis, review, and change were facilitated by the system. (Author/CL)

An award-winning administrator of a college computer system discusses the role of networking and teamwork in successful information management, drawing on experiences during recent political upheavals in eastern Europe for illustration. Other success factors stressed include having and sharing a dream and developing future leaders. (MSE)