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Case
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Reference no. 9B00E021
Subject category: Knowledge, Information and Communication Systems Management
Authors: Scott L Schneberger (Ivey Business School, Western University); James A Erskine (Ivey Business School, Western University); Michiel R Leenders (Ivey Business School, Western University); Jane I Movold (Ivey Publishing, Western University)
Published by: Ivey Publishing
Originally published in: 2000
Version: 2000-12-11
Length: 9 pages
Data source: Field research
Topics: Management information systems; Computer system implementation; Computer applications; Technological change
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Abstract

Taurus Stampings Inc, a metal stampings business had finally acquired enough capital to invest in a much-needed computer system to automate its operations. The administrative and materials manager was asked to recommend whether the company should purchase a software package or have custom software developed. The current processes had to be analyzed, needs identified, and criteria established to evaluate the options.
Location:
Canada
Industry:
Fabricated metal products
Size:
Small
Other setting(s):
1999
Teaching note
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Reference no. 8B00E21
Subject category: Knowledge, Information and Communication Systems Management
Authors: Jane I Movold (Ivey Publishing, Western University)
Published by: Ivey Publishing
Originally published in: 2000
Version: 2001-01-02
Length: 2 pages
Data source: Field research
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Abstract

Taurus Stampings Inc, a metal stampings business had finally acquired enough capital to invest in a much-needed computer system to automate its operations. The administrative and materials manager was asked to recommend whether the company should purchase a software package or have custom software developed. The current processes had to be analyzed, needs identified, and criteria established to evaluate the options.

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Location:
Canada
Industry:
Fabricated metal products
Size:
Small
Other setting(s):
1999

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Teaching note
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Reference no. 8B00E21
Subject category: Knowledge, Information and Communication Systems Management
Authors: Jane I Movold (Ivey Publishing, Western University)
Published by: Ivey Publishing
Originally published in: 2000
Version: 2001-01-02
Length: 2 pages
Data source: Field research
View full details