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)

Different methods which can be used to manually sort and file cards are identified. No appreciable difference in time per card to sort and file was found between the backwards method and the optimal forwards sort. (Author/NH)

Reports the result of six months of intensive analysis of the present registration system and possible alternative systems at the University of Minnesota. A telephone registration system, to operate in conjunction with an inperson, online registration, was proposed to increase total system capabilities. (JF)

One of the major problems in simulation is knowing how accurately the simulation corresponds to the actual. This paper discusses the problems of validation -- the process of measuring the accuracy of simulation. (RA)

The purpose of this article is to acquaint business and data processing managers with areas of vulnerability of information systems and to present a security system framework upon which an organization may build and develop to suit its individual needs." Given the turmoil on college campuses, this article is particularly relevant for education.…

In the development of library systems, the movement today is toward the so-called "total or integrated system. Although it may not be feasible in most cases to design and install a total system in a single operation, it is shown how a series of application programs can become the incremental development of such a system. (Author/JB)

A description of the automated circulation system at the University of Dallas library. An IBM 1130 computer is used. (JB)

Article from TRAINING TECHNOLOGY, v1 n1 pS7-S13, Sep 1969, a supplement to EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY.

Describes applications of microcomputers to aspects of accounting and auditing, including such areas as financial statements, recordkeeping, and operations analysis. (SK)

Discusses the role and importance of computers in today's society. Business teachers must prepare their students to function in an environment which includes all kinds of computers. (JOW)