Use of Sociotechnical Analysis in the Evaluation of the Naval Integrated Storage, Tracking, and Retrieval System (NISTARS) within a Naval Supply Center Setting.

Abstract

The thrust of this research was to enhance the Naval Integrated Storage, Tracking, and Retrieval System (NISTARS) a computer-directed warehousing system at two naval supply centers (San Diego and Oakland) through the application of sociotechnical systems analysis. Methods consisted of a system scan, a technical analysis, and a social system analysis. The system scan was used to identify environmental and organizational characteristics that influence overall performance at the supply centers. The technical analysis was used to identify major operations in NISTARS, variables that affect performance, and error control procedures. Information obtained from these analyses were used to develop measures of performance. The social system analysis identified factors that sustain and improve organization performance.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1986
Accession Number
ADA167414

Entities

People

  • Archester Houston
  • John P. Sheposh
  • Joyce Shettel-neuber

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  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems

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  • Classification
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Data Processing
  • Employment
  • Management Personnel
  • Materials
  • Measurement
  • Military Personnel
  • Organizational Structure
  • Personnel Management
  • Security
  • Statistical Processes
  • Statistics
  • Systems Analysis
  • Time Standards
  • Work Stations

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  • Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Data Science/Digital Signal Processing.
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management.