An Analysis of the Impacts of Computer-Based Information System on Research and Development Organizations
Abstract
Today, more and more organizations are turning towards computer based information systems to help them deal with the complexities brought on by the Information Society. These computer based information systems are impacting all levels of the organizations. This research effort was a study involving the impact of a computer based information system at a USAF research and development organization. A key aspect of the study was to attempt to identify if any demographic groups perceived themselves to be impacted by the CBIS more than others. The results show that a CBIS was perceived by the respondents to impact organizational communication and organization tasks. Communication within sub- units, between sub-units, and throughout the organization were perceived to be enhanced. In addition, the findings indicate that those members willing to use the system perceived a positive impact on task efficiency and task coordination. Interestingly, the respondents reported that the information system had not reduced their task workload. However, the findings show that the impacts to the organizational hierarchy were mixed. Theses. (rrh)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1989
- Accession Number
- ADA216283
Entities
People
- George H. Sarmiento
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology