Effective Computer Selection for a Small Business

Abstract

Computer use has become so common that most people think using one should increase the efficiency and effectiveness of business operations. Guided by these perceptions, a small business executive could invest in computers only to find that the costs incurred in the acquisition and use of the equipment are more than its benefits. This paper discusses computer selection in a small business and describes guidelines for making an effective computer equipment selection such that the benefits of its use are more than the total costs associated with it. These guidelines are simple, straightforward and can be implemented by a small business executive to increase the total profits of the firm without the need for any elaborate resources.

Citation

Gupta, J.N.D., Harris, T.M. and Kuratko, D.F. (1987), "Effective Computer Selection for a Small Business", American Journal of Business, Vol. 2 No. 1, pp. 36-40. https://doi.org/10.1108/19355181198700006