This article concerns some economic concepts which shed light upon the effective and efficient use of information processing facilities" and suggests that centralized computing facilities can produce higher quality outputs than smaller organizations. (Author/AA)

This report is based on hearings that the subcommittee held on July 1, 1970, entitled "Economy in Government Property Management--Procurement of Data Processing Equipment" as well as General Accounting Office and General Services Administration reports. It focuses upon the phenomenal growth in the use of automatic data processing equipment by the…

This report describes approaches to database translation (i.e., transferring data and data definitions from a source, either a database management system (DBMS) or a batch file, to a target DBMS), and recommends a method for representing the data structures of newly-proposed network and relational data models in a form suitable for database…

The administrator has four options in choosing the most practical method of administrative, instructional and research computer usage. (Editor)

Reviews the experience of Southern Illinois University at Carbondale with an on-line registration system and a subsequent change to the use programmable terminals with the Sanders 810 computer, which is considered a significant improvement at less cost. Advantages and disadvantages of both systems are detailed. (JT)

The author contends that college and university administrators often become bogged down in the "techniques and tools" of planning systems, thereby losing sight of the real problems and goals. He defines the errors that inhibit good planning and suggests a planning model called the "Louis and Clarke tour" based on envisioning a goal and moving…

This paper provides a brief history of computers. It explains basic computer principles and compares computer capabilities. Subjects such as input/output, binary logic, storage, and cost are also discussed. (Author)

A detailed guide to selecting appropriate source data automation equipment is presented. Source data automation equipment is used to prepare data for electronic data processing or computerized recordkeeping. The guide contains specifications, performance data cost, and pictures of the major types of machines used in source data automation.…

Discusses the advantages of parallel processor computers in terms of expandibility, cost, performance and reliability, and suggests that such computers be used in library automation systems as a cost effective approach to planning for the growth of information services and computer applications. (CLB)

Schools in New Jersey have found that by putting their heads together, they can slash the whopping costs of computers. (Author)

The history, administration, and current operations of the Administrative Data Processing department of the University of Iowa are described. Types of equipment, budgets, and service records are mentioned. (SF)

Beginning January 1, 1969, Systems Research Group (SRG) undertook a project to develop operational cost simulation models of three of the colleges of applied arts and technology in Ontario. These models, and the data needed to feed them, have been developed and are now operating. SRG describes their progress to date and identifies the remaining…

Results of a computer needs assessment study by and for the Indiana University School of Continuing Studies are presented. Recommendations for cost effectiveness suggest starting with individual small computers and building towards a larger system. (DC)

This volume is designed to be a comprehensive guide to the evaluation and use of computers and modern data processing systems in libraries. It is organized into four sections, each covering a major facet of library automation. Part 1 provides a mechanized introduction to library data processing, including its benefits and costs, a review of its…