Computer-Based Specifications: Cost Analysis Study.
Abstract
The computer-based specifications cost analysis study measured the absolute and relative efficiency of three methods of specification preparation: conventional typewriter based, magnetic tape selectric typewriter (MTST) based, and computer based. The computer-based method employed a keyboard/printer terminal linked to a time-sharing computer, using a text-editing computer program. The test procedure involved a controlled, repetitive preparation of representative samples of six Corps of Engineers guide specifications. The results indicate: (1) the computer-based method costs are 55 percent of MTST method costs and 39 percent of conventional typewriter method costs; (2) MTST costs are 72 percent of typewriter costs. (Modified author abstract)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 1974
- Accession Number
- AD0786551
Entities
People
- Uldis R. Poskus
Organizations
- Construction Engineering Research Laboratory