This report recommends a course of action for the State of Michigan to follow in developing a comprehensive labor market information system as a basis for planning educational curricula and for delivering other manpower or human resource development services. The author gives a broad conceptual definition of a comprehensive manpower information system; defines Michigan's need for such a system; and considers some ways in which unmet needs could be resolved. Essential data elements are described in terms of the needs of the system's users: individuals seeking work, state and local governments in the process of planning and evaluating programs, employers, counselors, and job developers. Appendix material includes a description of the components of a comprehensive manpower information system and a directory of current sources of labor market information for the nation as well as for states and local areas. The report outlines some of the federal initiatives in providing labor market information and some of the research being done on methods for providing such information. It concludes with specific recommendations regarding: the development of a comprehensive labor market information system for the state; program priorities; and, means by which the needs of local area data users can be met. (Author)