The paper studies the historical development of costing systems. The changes of costing systems are proposed to be caused by the changes in product market, production technology and demand for control. The result of t...The paper studies the historical development of costing systems. The changes of costing systems are proposed to be caused by the changes in product market, production technology and demand for control. The result of this research provides historical evidence to support the proposition.展开更多
In this paper, the authors establish the Amalab-integrated operation management system (A-IOMS) as a new way to carry out software development and monitor business processes. This new system puts the previously cons...In this paper, the authors establish the Amalab-integrated operation management system (A-IOMS) as a new way to carry out software development and monitor business processes. This new system puts the previously constructed the Amalab-project planning navigation system (A-PPNS) to work throughout the entire organization. The A-IOMS has several key elements. Specifically, the authors have constructed: (1) a Hi-reliability estimation system diagnostic tool that pinpoints problems with software development estimates and offers a prescription for resolving them; (2) a QA table map that allows for an immediate, thorough, and consistent quality assurance process; (3) a system for sharing software development schedules throughout the organization; and (4) a technological asset completion reporting system for passing down and cultivating software development technologies and strategically expanding them. The authors verified the effectiveness of the A-IOMS at company A, a systems integration company, and the given outcomes were obtained.展开更多
Kenyan universities, as other business entities, are implementing various information systems to facilitate their operations. The systems include enterprise systems which are implemented to enhance institutional manag...Kenyan universities, as other business entities, are implementing various information systems to facilitate their operations. The systems include enterprise systems which are implemented to enhance institutional management given their emphasis on standardisation, streamlining, and integration of business operations. In this study, the authors have established that Kenyan universities have mainly implemented systems for finance and accounting, student admissions, examinations management, and library services. The authors have also established that there are no significant differences in information systems needs among Kenyan universities, but there are significant differences in strengths and weaknesses among the private and public universities in the capabilities of systems they have implemented. The authors have further established that despite fears especially on delays in projects implementation and system costs, Kenyan universities are in a position to implement enterprise systems to facilitate their operations. However, the universities need to allocate more funds to systems implementation if they have to successfully implement enterprise systems which generally require more resources than ordinary software applications.展开更多
文摘The paper studies the historical development of costing systems. The changes of costing systems are proposed to be caused by the changes in product market, production technology and demand for control. The result of this research provides historical evidence to support the proposition.
文摘In this paper, the authors establish the Amalab-integrated operation management system (A-IOMS) as a new way to carry out software development and monitor business processes. This new system puts the previously constructed the Amalab-project planning navigation system (A-PPNS) to work throughout the entire organization. The A-IOMS has several key elements. Specifically, the authors have constructed: (1) a Hi-reliability estimation system diagnostic tool that pinpoints problems with software development estimates and offers a prescription for resolving them; (2) a QA table map that allows for an immediate, thorough, and consistent quality assurance process; (3) a system for sharing software development schedules throughout the organization; and (4) a technological asset completion reporting system for passing down and cultivating software development technologies and strategically expanding them. The authors verified the effectiveness of the A-IOMS at company A, a systems integration company, and the given outcomes were obtained.
文摘Kenyan universities, as other business entities, are implementing various information systems to facilitate their operations. The systems include enterprise systems which are implemented to enhance institutional management given their emphasis on standardisation, streamlining, and integration of business operations. In this study, the authors have established that Kenyan universities have mainly implemented systems for finance and accounting, student admissions, examinations management, and library services. The authors have also established that there are no significant differences in information systems needs among Kenyan universities, but there are significant differences in strengths and weaknesses among the private and public universities in the capabilities of systems they have implemented. The authors have further established that despite fears especially on delays in projects implementation and system costs, Kenyan universities are in a position to implement enterprise systems to facilitate their operations. However, the universities need to allocate more funds to systems implementation if they have to successfully implement enterprise systems which generally require more resources than ordinary software applications.