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The Use of a Large Scale Computer for Manufacturing Control

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  • F. C. Carlin

    (Lockheed Aircraft Corporation)

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Considerations which led to the selection of scientific Computers in preference to a business machine Data Processor for the preparation of Shop Orders, Scheduling and Control of Stock Status. Problems faced relative to the use of scientific Computers to handle large volumes of input and output data. Practical operating difficulties faced in the joint use of a Computer by Engineering and Accounting personnel. Problems encountered in attempting to capitalize to the maximum on the computer's potential capabilities. Advantage of having the programming and coding of a problem vested in one group of personnel. Management benefits accruing from the use of the Computer.

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  • F. C. Carlin, 1958. "The Use of a Large Scale Computer for Manufacturing Control," Management Science, INFORMS, vol. 4(2), pages 177-182, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:inm:ormnsc:v:4:y:1958:i:2:p:177-182
    DOI: 10.1287/mnsc.4.2.177
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