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Human Factors Evaluation of a Computer Based Information Storage and Retrieval System

Human Factors The Journal of the Human Factors and Ergonomics SocietyPublished 1 August 1968
Gerald V. Barrett, Carl L. Thornton, Patrick A. Cabe
Citations33
SJR quartileQ1
SJR score1.48
SNIP2.65

TL;DR

The human factors aspects of a computer-based information storage and retrieval system were evaluated in three government intelligence services using questionnaire and interview techniques and found that many factors entered into satisfaction with the information system, including familiarity, ease of use, and importance.

Abstract

The human factors aspects of a computer-based information storage and retrieval system were evaluated in three government intelligence services using questionnaire and interview techniques. It was found that many factors entered into satisfaction with the information system, including familiarity, ease of use, and importance. Other relevant factors included training in the use of the system, amount and type of information to meet needs in the system, and tolerances of individuals for irrelevant material in the output of searches. The interaction of these factors is discussed in relation to satisfaction with the system.

Keywords

Computer ScienceDecision SciencesSocial Sciences