Document (#6646)

Author

Taylor, A.
Raeburn, S.

Title

IT - a black-hole for cash

Source

Aslib information. 20(1992) no.10, S.369-370

Year

1992

Abstract

There is some evidence to suggest that investment in information technology (IT) is nothing more than an expensive black-hole for cash. Sets out the reasons why investment in IT is no guarantee of business success. Offers suggestions as to how to redress the balance between technology and cost-effectiveness such as obtaining a specifically trained information manager who understands business and corporate objectives as well as the underlying technological principles. Also emphasizes the need for a new flexible soft systems approach to the development of information systems and for computer-literate staff to man them

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