Automation dynamics: a small business dilemma

Abstract

Considers a number of factors in managing the administrative functions of an office environment through automation: space demand analysis, purchasing, labour considerations, adapting factors, resistance to change, technology and trends, and costs. Describes the benefits of automated business functions. Finally, discusses the funding of automation technologies.

Citation

Rio, B.E. and Cardinali, R. (1993), "Automation dynamics: a small business dilemma", Work Study, Vol. 42 No. 2, pp. 10-15. https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000002694