Building on IT

Article Abstract:

The UK construction industry is making major investments in information technology (IT). Flexible and fast data bases are being created for the construction industry using fourth-generation programming languages that will aid architects, building surveyors, and managers. IT applications for the construction industry include electronic data interchange capabilities, computer-aided design packages, facsimile applications, and accounting programs. IT increases the capacity of site engineers to maximize the use of their resources, including materials, people, and plant equipment. IT supplies information and computerized drawings that greatly aid managers managing a construction site.

GENERAL BUILDING CONTRACTORS, United Kingdom, Construction industry, Great Britain, Corporations, British

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Using IT to support business strategy

Article Abstract:

Companies which align their corporate strategies with their information systems can gain a competitive advantage over other firms, improve management effectiveness, and boost productivity. Development of a strategic information systems plan is strongly recommended. An appropriate infrastructure is also needed for integrating information technology with corporate strategy; specifically a combination of data processing and communications facilities. Strategic planning and control mechanisms are described. Information system utility performance measures are described by function, including: financial, marketing, product development, manufacturing, service, and personnel.

Management

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DP: a business within a business

Article Abstract:

Research results suggest that most firms view computerized information systems as cost centers with fixed budgets. Companies that make the most extensive use of information systems tend to treat them as formalized business disciplines. Typical financial controls for information systems departments include: cost-benefit analysis, total departmental budget, and long-term applications cost planning. It is suggested that an effective approach for running an information system as a business would be to operate the information systems function as a profit center. It is noted that transaction accounting would not preclude the use of other techniques.

Analysis, Accounting and auditing, Accounting, Data processing, Electronic data processing

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