The benefits of digitalisation and the impact of computer philosophies: Reaping the rewards of information. (4th August 2014)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Young, John A.
• Is Part Of: International journal of computer applications technology. Volume 1:Number 1/2(1988)
• Page Start: 10
• Page End: 14
• Publication Date: 2014-08-04
• Subjects: digitalisation -- Integrated Services Digital Network -- ISDN -- fibre optics -- Open Systems Interconnect -- OSI model -- information technology -- telecommunications -- information architecture; Technology -- Data processing -- Periodicals; 620.00285
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0952-8091

Abstract

This paper outlines the technological benefits of digitalisation, including the Integrated Services Digital Network, fibre optics and the Open Systems Interconnect model. The author emphasises the importance of establishing an information architecture and creating an organisational environment in which managers can use information as a strategic resource.