Microcomputers in large corporations

Fernando Chávarri Dicenta

European Management Journal, 1988, vol. 6, issue 2, 188-192

Abstract: In this article, Señor Dicenta shares with the reader the experiences of his company, Finanzauto, after it had decided to micro-computerise its information processing. Although investing cautiously, and attempting to adopt a clear policy towards the use of microcomputers, there were failures as well as successes. The major lessons learned were that standardisation, centralisation and tight control are necessary. The existence of an Information Centre was recognized as being important, located in the hands of the EDP Department. Just as important is keeping the computerisation of corporate information the property of the company, not shared with persons or departments. Only then can the integrity and confidentiality of the data be protected. Again, centralisation is the key.

Date: 1988
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