Automating the Air Force Retail-Level Equipment Management Process: An Application of Microcomputer-Based Information Systems Techniques
Abstract
Microcomputer based database management systems can reduce training times and error rates on administrative tasks. Workers in many organizations could use the assistance of a microcomputer-based management information system. However, adequate system design and development requires an in-depth knowledge of the tasks to be automated, and can require hundreds, even thousands, of hours to complete. Often, technicians assigned to a work area do not have the knowledge or time to devote to the design and development of an information system. One such work area is the Equipment Management Section in the Air Force base supply organization. The purpose of this study was to apply principles of database management to the management of equipment items, with the ultimate goal being a reduction in error rates and training times. The study was conducted using the seven stages of information systems design discussed in Analysis and Design of Information Systems by Senn. These stages require a thorough examination of the problem and problem environment prior to design and development of the information system. Accordingly, five research questions designed to help the researcher gain a thorough understanding of the Equipment Management Section and the environment in which it functions were asked and answered. Then, a management information system was designed, developed, and tested. The management information system is called the Equipment Management Information System (EMIS).
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1988
- Accession Number
- ADA202629
Entities
People
- Jeffrey Bailey
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology