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Lei, Lei. "Computer Usage and Demand for Paper/Paperboard Products." Thesis, Available online, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2007, 2007. http://etd.gatech.edu/theses/available/etd-04062007-134445/.
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MARTINS, DOUGLAS POHL. "A COMPUTER GRAPHICS SYSTEM FOR DOCKING FIGURES TARGETING THE PAPER PACKAGING INDUSTRY." PONTIFÍCIA UNIVERSIDADE CATÓLICA DO RIO DE JANEIRO, 1991. http://www.maxwell.vrac.puc-rio.br/Busca_etds.php?strSecao=resultado&nrSeq=33528@1.
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CONSELHO NACIONAL DE DESENVOLVIMENTO CIENTÍFICO E TECNOLÓGICOEste trabalho apresenta o desenvolvimento de um sistema computacional para ser utilizado na diagramação (encaixe) de figuras planas em cartões retangulares na indústria de embalagens de papel. O sistema aparece como o primeiro passo para a automação total da fabricação de embalagens. Consta de quatro subsistemas: a edição de figuras; e edição de cores das arestas destas figuras; a confecção e edição de encaixes,onde se leva em conta a relação entre as cores das arestas das figuras de acordo com diferentes tipos de problema; a saída destes encaixes por plotter. É apresentada uma discussão detalhada sobre os cálculos de distância entre figuras e sua utilização no esquema de encaixe. Uma série de exemplos gráficos e apresentada cobrindo as diversas situações possíveis.
This research work consists of the development of a computer system to be used in the nesting of plane figures on rectangular cardboards in the paper industry. This system is a first step towards the total automation of the manufacture of paper packs. The system consists of four parts: a figure editor; a subsystem for editing the colors of the edges; the nesting subsystem, in which the colors of the edges are taken into account; and a subsystem for outputing the drawings. A detailed discussion on the calculation of the distance between the figures and its influence on the nesting system is presented. Finally, graphical examples which cover the various possible situations are presented.
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Dietrich, Dave. "Pernova: A travel industry business plan." CSUSB ScholarWorks, 2001. https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd-project/1903.
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The travel and tourism industries are today facing unprecedented challenges in coping with emerging technology paradigms. Consequently, reengineering traditional travel business models is necessary. Internet technologies coupled with increasingly complex software applications and information structures are distracting travel companies from the strategic elements of providing values to travelers.
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Gagnon, Bertrand. "Gestion d'information sur les procédés thermiques par base de données." Thesis, McGill University, 1986. http://digitool.Library.McGill.CA:80/R/?func=dbin-jump-full&object_id=65447.
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Vũ, John Huân. "Software Internationalization: A Framework Validated Against Industry Requirements for Computer Science and Software Engineering Programs." DigitalCommons@CalPoly, 2010. https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/theses/248.
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View John Huân Vũ's thesis presentation at http://youtu.be/y3bzNmkTr-c.
In 2001, the ACM and IEEE Computing Curriculum stated that it was necessary to address "the need to develop implementation models that are international in scope and could be practiced in universities around the world." With increasing connectivity through the internet, the move towards a global economy and growing use of technology places software internationalization as a more important concern for developers. However, there has been a "clear shortage in terms of numbers of trained persons applying for entry-level positions" in this area. Eric Brechner, Director of Microsoft Development Training, suggested five new courses to add to the computer science curriculum due to the growing "gap between what college graduates in any field are taught and what they need to know to work in industry." He concludes that "globalization and accessibility should be part of any course of introductory programming," stating:
A course on globalization and accessibility is long overdue on college campuses. It is embarrassing to take graduates from a college with a diverse student population and have to teach them how to write software for a diverse set of customers. This should be part of introductory software development. Anything less is insulting to students, their family, and the peoples of the world.
There is very little research into how the subject of software internationalization should be taught to meet the major requirements of the industry. The research question of the thesis is thus, "Is there a framework for software internationalization that has been validated against industry requirements?" The answer is no. The framework "would promote communication between academia and industry ... that could serve as a common reference point in discussions." Since no such framework for software internationalization currently exists, one will be developed here. The contribution of this thesis includes a provisional framework to prepare graduates to internationalize software and a validation of the framework against industry requirements. The requirement of this framework is to provide a portable and standardized set of requirements for computer science and software engineering programs to teach future graduates.
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Smeltzer, Gerald Gilbert. "Legal rights to information and skilled employees in the computer industry." Thesis, University of British Columbia, 1985. http://hdl.handle.net/2429/24436.
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Canada is currently experiencing the transition to a post-industrial society as the result of the wide spread introduction of information related technologies. This thesis focuses on the legal rights to information of skilled employees who work with modern computer technology. The objective is to assess the adequacy of existing laws to meet the needs of employers and employees and to serve the public interest.
The initial chapters concentrate on the legal principles of trade secrets and breach of confidence as applied to the employment relationship. Patent and copyright protection for software is briefly reviewed but not emphasized.
Against this background, the major portion of the thesis examines the delicate balance between the legal interests of the employer, the employee and the public. Any attempt by employers to limit post employment use of information by employees invokes the doctrine of restraint of trade. This doctrine recognizes an employee's right to use the knowledge and skills developed during employment for the benefit of other employers. The thesis examines the elements of the restraint of trade doctrine as applied to skilled employees in the computer industry.
The creation and development of software is used throughout the thesis to illustrate legal principles. Employers such as software developers are extremely vulnerable to misappropriation of confidential information by their employees. Such employers rely heavily upon the use of restrictive covenants in employment agreements to limit disclosure and to prevent future competition. The remedies for an employee's breach of confidence are reviewed. This chapter concludes that the legal principles governing interlocutory injunctions are inadequate to properly protect the information employer.
The thesis concludes that the present Canadian law is increasingly inadequate to protect a computer industry employer against an employee's unauthorized appropriation of confidential information. In short, the law has not yet recognized the social and technological changes that have greatly increased the vulnerability of the information employer.
If neither the courts nor the legislatures take action, information employers will have to further increase their reliance on the limited and uncertain protection of restrictive covenants in employment agreements.Law, Peter A. Allard School of
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Yang, Jun. "An expert system for project analysis and control." Thesis, Queensland University of Technology, 1991.
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Persson, Måns, and Tom Waern. "Automatic adjustments of NC programs in machining centers." Thesis, Uppsala universitet, Fasta tillståndets elektronik, 2018. http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:uu:diva-354416.
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The goal of this master thesis was to automate the compensation of NC-programs. Automatic compensations can reduce errors and make the production more efficient. This is vital for increased precision and meeting the quality demands from the market.The project started with a study of how the feedback-loop between production and measurements was done at the time and also researching how the data could be sent between the different machines. This was done by researching solutions of similar problems and interviewing the machine operators. Simulations of how automation could be done with more in-depth measurements of the production machine were also made.The limitations was also evaluated. Research was done on errors and practical flaws which could be problematic for automation.The automation was implemented using Java to send the data between the measuring machine to the production machine. Furthermore a UI was created for the machine operators so that the information flow was under supervision at all times. The UI would suggest a compensation from a pre-programmed algorithm together with the measuring data, and the operator could then decide whether or not to diverge from the suggested compensation.
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Hill, Ann Marie. "A study of the impact of computer technology on Quebec’s apparel industry and college level apparel design programs." The Ohio State University, 1993. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1300102416.
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Hill, Ann Marie. "A study of the impact of computer technology on Quebec's apparel industry and college level apparel design programs /." The Ohio State University, 1993. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1487843314697239.
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Donnell, R. Douglas. "A microcomputer program to analyze wood supply and economic feasibility of wood processing facilities." Thesis, Virginia Tech, 1988. http://hdl.handle.net/10919/43848.
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Agbogo, Adakole Michael. "Effect of computer based training and testing on structured on–the–job training programs / M.A. Agbogo." Thesis, North-West University, 2010. http://hdl.handle.net/10394/4566.
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Human capital is the only resource within an organisation that can learn. Developing high
levels of competence in employees is one of the most challenging issues in organisations.
Off–the–Job training programs either miss the mark or are too far away from the performance
setting to have the desired impact on employee competence. Studies have shown that
unstructured On–the–Job Training (OJT) leads to increased error rate, lower productivity and
decreased training efficiency, compared to structured On–the–Job Training(S–OJT).
The proven efficiency and effectiveness of S–OJT make it especially suitable to meet this
challenge. Though S–OJT has been around for a while there has not been a proper integration
of technology into the process. Every training approach, including S–OJT, is merely a means
to an end, not an end in itself. The use of S–OJT helps to develop consistent appropriate
levels of employee competence. When employees have these competencies e.g. better
knowledge of the production processes, they can increase productivity, complete projects on
time, lower defect rates, or achieve other outcomes of importance. These are the outcomes
that matter to the organisation and the effectiveness of S–OJT should be judged from this
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Researchers have consistently found that one way to improve learners' success is to increase
the frequency of exams. Classes meet for a set number of times. An instructor's decision to
give more exams typically means that students have less time for learning activities during
class meetings. How then can one have the best of both worlds, increasing the number of
assessments and at the same time having enough time for learning activities? This can only
be accomplished by integrating computer–based assessment into S–OJT programs.
Computer–based testing and training can provide flexibility, instant feedback, an
individualised assessment and eventually lower costs than traditional written examinations.
Computerised results create opportunities for teaching and assessment to be integrated more
than ever before and allow for retesting students, measuring growth and linking assessment to
instruction.
This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of integrating computer–based testing and
training into S–OJT programs using the Air Separation unit of Sasol Synfuels as a case study. The null hypothesis is used to investigate the draw backs of OJT and S–OJT programs. A framework is also developed for the effective integration of CBT into S–OJT programs.Thesis (M.Ing. (Development and Management))--North-West University, Potchefstroom Campus, 2011.
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Mitropoulos, Panagiotis. "An expert systems technology transfer model for the architecture-engineering-construction industry." Thesis, This resource online, 1991. http://scholar.lib.vt.edu/theses/available/etd-10102009-020054/.
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MONROE, STUART ROBERT. "COMPUTER SIMULATION MODEL FOR STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT DECISIONS RELATED TO YUMA, ARIZONA CITRUS ORCHARDS (POLICY, OPTIMIZATION, OPERATIONS)." Diss., The University of Arizona, 1985. http://hdl.handle.net/10150/187986.
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This research assisted the Yuma, Arizona citrus orchard manager in his strategic planning for achieving a low-cost position in a focused segment of the citrus industry. Citrus growers in the Yuma district are faced with major changes in their competitive environment and must adopt new strategic plans in order to continue to compete effectively in what has recently become a global industry. Since the planning horizon for new citrus orchards is in excess of 20 years, a long range planning model was developed to aid in evaluating alternative operating strategies. This research established the interrelatedness of water, nitrogen, and phosphorous relative to the yields of Valenica Oranges, Lisbon Lemons, and Redblush Grapefruit on Rough Lemon, Sour Orange, and Troyer rootstocks. A computer simulation model was used to evaluate optimal operating policies for a variety of resource prices and market conditions. The methodology utilized in development of the simulation model was unique in that it emulates individual tree performance from the time of planting until maturation. Four operating strategies were investigated and the profit maximizing and cost minimizing strategies were found to be significant. Evaluation of market selling prices indicated that the profit maximizing strategy was optimal except at very low market prices where the cost minimization strategy was optimal. Price sensitivity for water and fertilizer resources was investigated. Operating strategies were not affected by water price increases over the foreseeable future, however, price changes in nitrogen and phosphorous were found to affect the optimal operating strategy primarily through the substitution of manure in the system. Existing horticultural practices in the Yuma growing area were confirmed by the research. Additional optimal operating strategies were suggested relative to market prices. The long run policy decision making process for orchard managers was enhanced.
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Venugopal, Manu. "Formal specification of industry foundation class concepts using engineering ontologies." Diss., Georgia Institute of Technology, 2011. http://hdl.handle.net/1853/42868.
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Architecture, Engineering, Construction (AEC) and Facilities Management (FM) involve domains that require a very diverse set of information and model exchanges to fully realize the potential of Building Information Modeling (BIM). Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) provides a neutral and open schema for interoperability. Model View Definitions (MVD) provide a common subset for specifying the exchanges using IFC, but are expensive to build, test and maintain. A semantic analysis of IFC data schema illustrates the complexities of embedding semantics in model views. A software engineering methodology based on formal specification of shared resources, reusable components and standards that are applicable to the AEC-FM industry for development of a Semantic Exchange Module (SEM) structure for IFC schema is adopted for this research. This SEM structure is based on engineering ontologies that are capable of developing more consistent MVDs. In this regard, Ontology is considered as a machine-readable set of definitions that create a taxonomy of classes and subclasses, and relationships between them. Typically, the ontology contains the hierarchical description of important entities that are used in IFC, along with their properties and business rules. This model of an ontological framework, similar to that of Semantic Web, makes the IFC more formal and consistent as it is capable of providing precise definition of terms and vocabulary. The outcome of this research, a formal classification structure for IFC implementations for the domain of Precast/ Prestressed Concrete Industry, when implemented by software developers, provides the mechanism for applications such as modular MVDs, smart and complex querying of product models, and transaction based services, based on the idea of testable and reusable SEMs. It can be extended and also helps in consistent implementation of rule languages across different domains within AEC-FM, making data sharing across applications simpler with limited rework. This research is expected to impact the overall interoperability of applications in the BIM realm.
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Patterson, Lachlan Joel. "A prototype goal oriented construction prototype management application for owners." Thesis, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2014. http://hdl.handle.net/1853/51894.
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The construction industry has had difficulty adopting project management software effectively and in a widespread manner. This thesis seeks to uncover common problems preventing the adoption of new software for construction project management, and to find a method to design more successful software. Construction project managers working at universities in the state of Georgia were selected as the specific group to study. To better define the functions of project management software, as well as uncover benefits both realized and anticipated, research was conducted. A Situation Awareness based approach was selected to result in proposing a prototype application that would specifically match the mental model of the study group. To define the mental model, a Goal Directed Task Analysis method was used by way of an online survey and in-person verification. In order to collect the survey data, a web based Goal Directed Task Analysis application was created and tested as a part of this thesis. Using the survey data, a proposed design for a prototype application was proposed. The application design was specifically made to fulfill the needs of project managers like those in the study group. The GDTA method proved effective in producing a software design. Recommendations to create and test the proposed prototype application are provided as a next step.
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Chen, Chi-Chih. "Virtual Sports Stock Exchange." CSUSB ScholarWorks, 2005. https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd-project/2740.
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The goal of this project is to create a web application to help people learn about the stock market. The Virtual Sports Stock Exchange (VSSX) simulates market trading based on the world of sports. It allows users to experiment with different economic models. Virtual Sports Stock Exchange (VSSX) uses HTML and Java Server Page to generate the output and calculations and it uses Java Servlet to interact with the Oracle 9i database.
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Urmanbetova, Asel. "Three essays on evolving regulatory climates and market adjustment strategies." Diss., Georgia Institute of Technology, 2015. http://hdl.handle.net/1853/53949.
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This dissertation consists of three empirical analyses examining the interactive and evolving nature of government regulations and how the regulated industries respond to the changes in the regulatory climate. Using the U.S. pulp and paper mills as an example, the three essays bring together a number of strands of literature in environmental economics and policy studies discussing how changes in the U.S. environmental policy are shaped by industry concerns and which strategies firms choose in order to adjust to the changes in policy. Essay 1 examines if, in addition to the standard input factors, indirect costs associated with tax and environmental policies affect papermakers’ ‘stay put’ investment decisions. The findings suggest that state environmental stringency has a negative impact on investments, but it is statistically insignificant and higher taxes do not deter investments. The Essay 2 studies whether voluntary abatement and prevention efforts at pulp and paper mills affects regulatory stringency they face. The analysis tests the hypotheses of ‘responsive regulation’ and whether regulators are driven by numerical pollution targets or budgetary constraints. The findings suggest that voluntary pollution abatement and prevention have greater impact on regulatory stringency than government budgets. Finally, Essay 3 analyzes the relationship between pollution prevention (P2) policy instruments and adoption of P2 modifications. The study tests the hypotheses of whether P2 policy instruments have positive impact on P2 adoptions. The results suggest that the policy instruments have different effects on different types of P2 modifications and that regulatory and political threat is a strong predictor of P2 adoptions.
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Garcia, Sotelo Gerardo Javier. "Get the right price every day." CSUSB ScholarWorks, 2005. https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd-project/2729.
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The purpose of this project is to manage restaurants using a software system called GRIPED (Get the Right Price Every day). The system is designed to cover quality control, food cost control and portion control for better management of a restaurant.
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Decker, Sandra Kay. "Comparing the managerial and administrative benefits of the construction project management information system (CPMIS) to the E-Government environment of today." CSUSB ScholarWorks, 2003. https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd-project/2298.
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The purpose of the project is to compare the managerial and administrative benefits of the Construction Project Management Information System (CPMIS) implemented at the San Bernardino County Medical Center Replacement Project (SBCMCRP) with the E-Government environment.
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Menon, Syam Sankar. "Decomposition of integer programs with application to cutting stock and machine allocation /." 1997. http://gateway.proquest.com/openurl?url_ver=Z39.88-2004&res_dat=xri:pqdiss&rft_val_fmt=info:ofi/fmt:kev:mtx:dissertation&rft_dat=xri:pqdiss:9811896.
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Ndwandwe, Sbusiso Vusi. "A product cost system selection framework for the banking industry." Thesis, 2014. http://hdl.handle.net/10210/12447.
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M.Com. (Business Management)Large organisations, such as banks, compete through a variety of products, geography and services dimensions (Stenzel & Stenzel, 2004). Firms achieve sustainable competitive advantage if they are able to generate higher economic profits relative to competitors in the long-term. Market economics combined with relative strength in market and cost structure positions enhances the ability of a firm to generate superior economic profits (Besanko et al, 2004). Determining the use and allocation of investment resources is one of core and critical task strategic activity for management in a large firm. Firms use management accounting information to determine product profitability, understand cost drivers and the implication of investment decisions on the overall products and markets performance. This reports come from the premise that the extent use, accuracy and deeper understanding of management accounting information is crucial for strategic management of the firm. Product cost systems produces the cost side of this management information and thus its use can have a far-reaching implications for the firm. The study explores the various usage of product costs information and position product costing system in the context strategic management. The main of the study is to determine the key factors that management should consider when selecting a product cost system This was achieved by a comprehensive discussion of each product cost system type and implications of the cost associated with each product. Furthermore, the product cost systems are discussed in terms of the level of sophistication which increases or decrease the level of product cost system design complexity. The theoretical foundation was applied in the South African banking industry to practically illustrate the problem in the real-world, the importance of the study; demonstrate the complexity of product cost system in two-sided markets as well as implication of implementing an incorrect system. The research questions were tested and answered using quantitative techniques. Data was collected from a sample which represented the big four banks in South Africa primarily using a questionnaire. Purposive sampling technique was used.
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"Prospects of Chinese computing in Hong Kong." Chinese University of Hong Kong, 1985. http://library.cuhk.edu.hk/record=b5885517.
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"A computer system for converting bill of quantities into quantity and dollar budgets for construction projects." Chinese University of Hong Kong, 1985. http://library.cuhk.edu.hk/record=b5885530.
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Pohl, Martha Jacoba. "A total quality management (TQM) strategic measurement perspective with specific reference to the software industry." Thesis, 1996. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/15796.
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The dissertation aims to obtain an integrated and comprehensive perspective on measurement issues that play a strategic role in organisations that aim at continuous quality improvement through TQM. The multidimensional definition of quality is proposed to view quality holistically. The definition is dynamic, thus dimensions are subject to evolution. Measurement of the quality dimensions is investigated. The relationship between quality and cost, productivity and profitability respectively is examined. The product quality dimensions are redefined for processes. Measurement is a strategic component ofTQM. Integration of financial measures with supplier-;
customer-; performance- and internal process measurement is essential for synergism. Measurement of
quality management is an additional strategic quality dimension. Applicable research was integrated. Quantitative structures used successfully in industry to achieve quality improvement is important, thus the quality management maturity grid, cleanroom software engineering, software factories, quality function deployment, benchmarking and the ISO 9000 standards are briefly described. Software Metrics Programs are considered to be an application of a holistic measurement approach to quality. Two practical approaches are identified. A framework for initiating implementation is proposed. Two strategic software measurement issues are reliability and cost estimation. Software reliability measurement and modelling are introduced. A strategic approach to software cost estimation is suggested. The critical role of data collection is emphasized. Different approaches
to implement software cost estimation in organisations are proposed. A total installed cost template as the ultimate goal is envisaged. An overview of selected software cost estimation models is provided. Potential research areas are identified. The linearity/nonlinearity nature of the software production function is analysed. The synergy between software cost estimation models and project management techniques is investigated. The quantification aspects of uncertainty in activity durations, pertaining to project scheduling, are discussed. Statistical distributions for activity durations are reviewed and compared. A structural view of criteria determining activity duration distribution selection is provided. Estimation issues are reviewed. The integration of knowledge from dispersed fields leads to new dimensions of interaction. Research and practical experience regarding software metrics and software metrics programs can be successfully applied to address the measurement of strategic indicators in other industries.Business Management
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