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Marsh, Sharon G. – Database, 1984
This article concentrates on the use of online searching to provide information needed by business for strategy formulation. The following steps are explained: environment analysis (structural analysis, trend analysis); business analysis; strategy formulation; strategic anticipation; strategic plan formalization; and implementation and control.…
Descriptors: Business, Databases, Environment, Evaluation Methods
Hibbs, Jack E.; And Others – Online, 1984
Explores technique which may be used to enhance research by manipulation of databases to determine trends in literature. The online searcher's function supporting research's use of technique is emphasized. An example on the topic of "school desegregation" as covered by various databases, particularly ERIC, is included. Five sources are given. (EJS)
Descriptors: Databases, Information Retrieval, Online Systems, Search Strategies
