Reports from the Ergonomic Frontiers: Europe Holds Course
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At the 1983 Hanover Fair, the world's largest industrial exhibition, 436 products received the 'Good Industrial Design' award. This award serves as a stimulus for superior design. Among the criteria for earning the award are functioning, safety features, durability, ease and convenience of operation, and high-quality design. Nixdorf Computer AG, West Germany, is researching all areas of the workstation including the video screen presentation, keyboard design, and desk layout.
Publication Name: Office Administration and Automation
Subject: Computers and office automation industries
ISSN: 0745-4325
Year: 1983
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1983 is Emerging as the 'Year of the Executive Computer.'
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Previously, office automation has provided its greatest benefits to clerical-secretarial personnel. Now, managers and professionals will find personal computers helpful in supporting their executive thinking and decision-making process. Recognizing this new market, equipment manufacturers are designing 'user-friendly' computers and software packages. Soon the personal computer will be used on a regular basis.
Publication Name: Office Administration and Automation
Subject: Computers and office automation industries
ISSN: 0745-4325
Year: 1983
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Surviving The Surfeit Of Software
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With the introduction of common operating systems, there has been a great proliferation of software. Users can select appropriate programs by wisely following selection guidelines and directories. The article discusses factors the user should consider before making software purchases. A buyer's guide to software sources is provided. Also, criteria for choosing software for business applications are discussed.
Publication Name: Office Administration and Automation
Subject: Computers and office automation industries
ISSN: 0745-4325
Year: 1983
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