Advisory Decision Aids: A Prototype
Abstract
This report describes an effort to develop a prototype advisory decision aid (ADA). The three types of computerized decision aids used in problem-solving tasks can be described by three metaphors. One type of computer aid performs laborious tasks which the user would otherwise have to perform. Another type attempts to replace the user entirely and solves the problem alone. The third type of computer aid acts as an advisor. This decision aid has information about the problem and has procedures for making suggestions, but it does not solve the problem. That is left up to the user. As much as possible, it is desirable to place the functions of an advisor within computers. Such aids could be grafted onto data base management systems in an effort to help users cope with their information. In this capacity, the advisory aid is the natural extension of the HELP option being included in many operating systems. With time and continued improvements in our knowledge of artificial intelligence and computer-assisted decision making, advisory aids of a much more elaborate variety are likely to be available.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1981
- Accession Number
- ADA098640
Entities
People
- John F. Patterson
- L. S. Randall
- Richard R. Stewart