If administration digs into the question, it will find that more money rarely provides the answer to problems in the data processing department. A decision flow-chart, shown in an accompanying diagram, is discussed emphasizing preparation delay, computer time, matters of priority, and usable product. (Author/JF)

Computer technicians bring to school scheduling a certain naivete regarding the operation of schools. School administrators play a fundamental role of informing technicians about education scheduling needs. (Author)

This study examined computerized scheduling in 16 Vancouver secondary schools by analyzing (1) the results of a questionnaire to the principals of the schools, (2) class size balancing by computer, and (3) the effect of additional simulate runs on the number of student conflicts and the "date of smooth operation." A simulate run is…

A major problem identified in the current, manually kept high school attendance system is the inability to handle the large volune of daily information. This ineffectual data management is reflected by the high absentee and tardy rates. Additionally, this failure to produce current and timely reports hinders class cut reporting. This is evidenced…