Systems analysis and design (SAD) classes are required in both Information Systems and Accounting programs, but these audiences have very different needs for these skills. This article will review the requirements for SAD within each of these disciplines and compare and contrast the different requirements for teaching systems analysis and design…

The Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) project was designed for use by an accounting information systems (AIS) class. Along the tasks in the SDLC, this project integrates students' knowledge of transaction and business processes, systems documentation techniques, relational database concepts, and hands-on skills in relational database use.…

The author presents a seven-point approach to teaching information processing students how to document a system. The method focuses on requiring clear documentation for class projects and scheduling separate due dates for each document required in proper sequence. (CH)

The article lists and discusses elements in the development and implementation of an employee information system, such as planning and design, types of data required, selecting software, and documentation. (MF)

Describes significant attributes of expert systems, contrasts them to conventional computer systems, and provides an overview of the R1 expert system used by Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) to put together operational systems that meet customers' requirements. Document handling, particularly pictures and images in documents, is also briefly…

THE REPORT PRESENTS A SUMMARY OF THE DEVELOPMENT AND THE CHARACTERISTICS OF THE FIRST GENERATION OF THE AUTOMATED LITERATURE PROCESSING, HANDLING AND ANALYSIS (ALPHA-1) SYSTEM. DESCRIPTIONS OF THE COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY OF ALPHA-1 AND THE USE OF THIS AUTOMATED LIBRARY TECHNIQUE ARE PRESENTED. EACH OF THE SUBSYSTEMS AND MODULES NOW IN OPERATION ARE…

Guidelines are presented for the preparation of abstracts of technical literature on instructional systems development (ISD). Although specifically created for abstracting information during the preparation of a technical data file on ISD, the guidelines are sufficiently general to apply to other areas in which abstracts of technical literature…

Traces the development of online library networks through published literature, noting the existence of conditions necessary for successful networking and characteristics of the literature, and includes a bibliography of works cited. (CWM)

Reviews the goals and methods of research and development in documentation, stressing research which aims to improve the communication between the information user and source. Research is discussed within the context of the documentation system rather than by specific results. (JVP)

Discusses system modeling and specification as it relates to object-based information systems development and software development. An automated system model based on the objects in the initial requirements document is described, the requirements document translator is explained, and a sample application of the technique is provided. (12…

The contents of this training manual are divided into eight chapters. Chapter 1 provides introductory information. Chapter 2 presents the principles of programming which includes the basic concepts necessary for preparing for a programming course. Systems analysis--fact finding and critical examination of the facts--and approaches to systems…

A STUDY WAS MADE OF THE FEDERAL AVIATION INFORMATION RETRIEVAL SYSTEM (FAIRS), WHICH SERVES DIVERSE INFORMATION NEEDS OF THE AGENCY'S TECHNICAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL. FAIRS WAS DEVELOPED TO OPERATIONAL CAPACITY BY (1) ASSIGNING DESCRIPTORS AND IDENTIFIERS TO REPORTS TO PREPARE THEM FOR SUBSEQUENT RETRIEVAL, (2) EXPANDING, DEVELOPING, AND…

The Pennsylvania State Department of Education developed an automated system in 1970 to facilitate meeting report requirements to the United States Office of Education. This system provides for computer processing of such information as labor market needs in planning vocational programs, standards for these programs, graduate followup, demographic…

Describes the development and outcome of a cooperative computerization effort involving nine public and university museums. The discussion covers the project goals, data development and analysis, and contributions resulting form the project. Appendices provide the system data fields used and a comparison between automation of library and museum…

This book provides a professional and comprehensive approach to solving the problems inherent in computer software development, operations, and maintenance. The information is structured and written so that people with varying experience in data processing can benefit from it. It is intended for executives whose activities interrelate with data…