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Title: PROCEEDINGS OF THE WORKSHOP ON MICROCOMPUTERS IN TRANSIT: ISSUES AND DIRECTIONS, AIRLIE HOUSE, VIRGINIA, NOVEMBER 4-6, 1984. LARGE TRANSIT SYSTEMS: BENEFTIS AND IMPLEMENTATION OF MICROCOMPUTERS
Accession Number: 00399756
Record Type: Component
Digital Copy: Abstract: Large transit properties generally have mainframe computer systems and the introduction of microcomputers can produce mushrooming of nonstandard computer operations and software. Dividing line between mainframes and micros is getting thinner. Discussion indicated that for large operations microcomputers may be used to (1) enhance personal productivity, and (2) automate functional areas. Assignment of benefits makes it easier to justify the costs of functional automation. Transit agencies which are closely allied with other government functions sometimes have difficulty in introducing micros because all data processing is required to be handled by some central agency. Microcomputers are generally introduced into a single function at one time; using them in functional areas can have considerable impact on organizational structure. There is also a threat to data security with microcomputers. It is best to have policy and security issues formalized before the first microcomputer is introduced. Purchase of new microcomputer applications should include training and ongoing maintenance. The group suggested that technology support groups be formed in different parts of the country to serve as a resource for microcomputer support personnel.
Monograph Title: Monograph Accession #: 00399749
Corporate Authors: Transportation Research Board 500 Fifth Street, NW Urban Mass Transportation Administration 400 7th Street, SW Authors: Altschul, MPagination: p. 50-53
Publication Date: 1985-7
TRT Terms: Subject Areas: Administration and Management; Education and Training; Public Transportation; Society
Files: TRIS, TRB, USDOT
Created Date: Oct 31 1985 12:00AM
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