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

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.

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• Authors:
  • Altschul, M
• Publication Date: 1985-7

Media Info

• Pagination: p. 50-53
• Monograph Title: PROCEEDINGS OF THE WORKSHOP ON MICROCOMPUTERS IN TRANSIT: ISSUES AND DIRECTIONS, AIRLIE HOUSE, VIRGINIA, NOVEMBER 4-6, 1984

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Information processing; Institutional issues; Microcomputers; Personnel management; Procurement; Training; Transit operating agencies
• Subject Areas: Administration and Management; Education and Training; Public Transportation; Society;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00399756
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS, TRB, USDOT
• Created Date: Oct 31 1985 12:00AM