A CHARTING TECHNIQUE FOR THE ANALYSIS OF BUSINESS SYSTEMS,

Abstract

This paper describes a charting technique useful in the analysis of business systems and in studies of the information economics of the firm. The decision block charting technique provides a method that (1) Provides a simple, concise picture of system elements and relationships. (2) Portrays all pertinent factors. (3) May be used at any desired level of system detail. (4) Helps to structure research in information economics or decision processes. (5) Aids the determination of criteria for system effectiveness. This method may be used to survey and describe an existing system or in planning advanced systems. It is not restricted to any particular kind of business or information system. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1965
Accession Number
AD0615708

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People

  • Edward A. Nelson

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  • RAND Corporation

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  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Commerce
  • Information Systems

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  • Systems Analysis and Design