Work Study: Volume 41 Issue 5
Table of contents
Management forecasting
Anna BainesExamines a number of forecasting techniques used by managers tocontrol operations, emphasising especially the potential dangers ofsubjective forecasting. Discusses qualitative…
Writing computer‐based learning packages
Ken GregsonLooks at the functions and uses of computer‐aided learning (CAL)and computer‐based training software programmes. Considers what can bedone with these programmes and how to build a…
The total quality culture
Shirley DanielsConsiders how much total quality management has actually beenimplemented in organizations. Finds great disparities between theprogress towards TQM and the progress towards BS5750…
An organizational policy for information
Diane WarburtonSuggests a possible organizational policy for information (OPI)that starts with a basic mission and aims of the organization andprovides the objectives of the information proviso…
Outputs up – profits down
Edwin WildeDiscusses the reasons why a South African clothing manufacturingfirm found itself in the situation where, after an intense marketingeffort, its output had risen and its profits…
Electronic mail
Anna BainesHighlights some practical issues and applications of electronicmail (e‐mail). Lists some of the main features available to e‐mailusers. Details the groups and lists function…
Structured estimating techniques
Ken GregsonOffers a brief overview of the use of the kinds of estimatingtechniques that are structured in some way to present consistent,reliable time data. Stresses that the accuracy of…