A Framework for the Evolutionary Development of an Executive Information System.

This document presents in schematic form a systems approach for the development of an executive information system. Although it does not use the traditional sentence and paragraph form, its diagrams, written in a sequence similar to computer programs, cover such topics as history of information systems, requirements analysis, how to begin building the system, organizational context, system goals, output tracing, data collection, system design and planning, and operational use and improvement. Some discussion of the usefulness of electronic data processing and hardware acquisition is provided. (TT)