Implementing microcomputer systems in the public organization
By: OSTROWSKI, John W
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ArticlePublisher: New York : Marcel Dekker, 1989International Journal of Public Administration - IJPA 12, 3, p. 533-561Abstract: Microcomputers are rapidly becoming a pervasive technology in public organizations. Unfortunately, many public managers are not prepared to deal successfully with the management and policy problems that accompany the introduction of microcomputer systems. Abstract: This essay explores several important issues relating to the effective management of microcomputers in the public or ganization. The, emphasis of the discussion through out the essay is on increaslng management a ware ness of the issues, policies, and problems surrounding microcomputer use. Specifically the essay covers the use of micros in the organizational environment, planning for systems implementation, providing training and support, dealing with human factors, and effectiveuse of microcomputing technology as a managerial tool
Microcomputers are rapidly becoming a pervasive technology in public organizations. Unfortunately, many public managers are not prepared to deal successfully with the management and policy problems that accompany the introduction of microcomputer systems.
This essay explores several important issues relating to the effective management of microcomputers in the public or ganization. The, emphasis of the discussion through out the essay is on increaslng management a ware ness of the issues, policies, and problems surrounding microcomputer use. Specifically the essay covers the use of micros in the organizational environment, planning for systems implementation, providing training and support, dealing with human factors, and effectiveuse of microcomputing technology as a managerial tool
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