Cutting Through Meaningless Terminology

Article Abstract:

The term 'Electronic Office' applies to an office with electronic equipment from pencil sharpeners on up. Thanks to the computer and copier a 'Paperless Office' is not possible. Systems which automatically perform tasks are examples of 'Office Automation,' not mechanization such as word processing. 'Office of the Future' refers to products not available and of unknown price. The 'Integrated Office' is a term always to be considered when implementing automated systems. 'Office Technology' is a broad term applied not only to equipment but entire systems.

Electronics, Office automation, Office automation systems, Integrated Office Systems, Future Technologies, Terminology

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Sifting Through Vendors' Proposals

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Any word processing vendor making a proposal should be able to satisfy the basic needs of the user. Vendors should be dependable and offer a fair price. If the company is American, as are most word processing companies, their Australian and United Kingdom operations should be checked to ensure that they are financially solvent as well as successful. Proposals should be well-prepared, with complete pricing information. An advisable way to weigh competing word processing systems is to list out the positive and negative aspects of each system.

Evaluation, column, Vendor Relations, Proposal

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You've Made the Choice-Now for the Contract

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When buying word processing equipment the purchase contract should include all the vendor's committments and concessions. Penalties for late delivery or postponed acceptance of delivery should be spelled out. A down payment should be made with final payment conditional on performance during a limited time. The site for the equipment must be prepared and the operators available for training. A committee, including the vendor and installation personnel, should meet periodically to oversee the project and iron out problems.

Contracts, Word Processing Equipment, Purchases

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