Intro The need for accurate data is evident. Systems and procedures are needed to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information being recorded and understanding the role hardware as well as software plays is important in acquiring the correct resources for any project. Accuracy of Data Input Accuracy of data input is important. What method of data input would be best for the following situations and explain why. Printed Questionnaires. Questionnaires can be input into a computer using a keyboard and computer screen. Information is created using software found on computer and then output utilizing printing source. Telephone Survey. Telephone surveys are best when using a telephone to conduct them. A telecommunication line is used (telephone) and input is retrieved by or from human interaction. Bank Checks. Bank checks can be processed by using a process of magnetic scanning called MICR (magnetic ink character recognition). MICR uses special characters found on the bottom of checks. These characters will show the bank, check number and customer's account number at the bottom of the check. The amount of the check is printed using MICR after the bank receives it. The MICR process magnetizes characters on the check and then sends the data to the computer for checking account processing. This technology is extremely important in the banking industry because of the high volume of checks that are processed daily. Retail Tags. Bar code scanners can be used to read information off of retail tags such as price and department information. The way that these devices can process this information is by reading data off of the retail tags called UPC codes or Universal Product Code. Once the code is recognized the information is sent to a computer that stores all of the information on that particular product. Long Documents. Long documents can be scanned in for business use utilizing scanning technology called OCR or Optical Character Recognition. OCR recognizes certain printed characters, which in turn is transferred to a computer for future use or modification. The Convenience of Data Output Convenience and quality of output are very important. What method of output would be best for each of the following situation and explain why. Hand Held Computer. The hand held computer or what is most commonly known as a Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) is considered a microcomputer in today's technology. These microcomputers are designed to be held in your hand. These little machines are used primarily to store information such as personal/business contacts, calendar appointments, addresses or notes.
Two sampling methods include mail surveys and convenience sampling, a variation of a nonprobability sample. Mail surveys, inexpensive way to contact individuals over a large geographical area, provide anonymity to the respondent, and eliminate interview bias. Convenience sampling, a nonprobability sample, the only criteria is the convenience of the unit to the researcher, fast and uncomplicated, but the sampling error not determined.
deposit to the total amount of the checks. After the deposit has been verified and all numbers are correct, the teller will then run the checks through the proof machine to be verified again.
The personal digital assistant (PDA) is a handheld device originally designed as personal organizers but over the years have advanced becoming the newest tool in the academic toolbox. It had broad capabilities is a powerful reference source as well as a computer and communicator that can be stored in a pocket.
When conducting these surveys, you must know whom your target audience is and how you want to structure your survey so there isn’t any wasted space. Once the structuring of the survey is complete and results are gathered, be sure to include your management team and how you want to dissect the results. The parameters (Action, Belief, Understanding, Satisfaction, and Participation) are the keys to use when analyzing your results. “The Definitive Guide to HR Communication” suggests that you take your time and analyze your results with your management team to decide how to go about future changes based on your
RFID data, for example, part and serial numbers, assembly dates and support history are put away on the tags and catches which help in maintenance of equipment. RFID technology as high value for asset management and inventory systems. A barcode is a visual representation of data that is checked and utilized for data. Bar code is simple to control equipment and tool inventory. In facilities supervisors can use barcodes to link work orders, purchase orders, spare parts and equipment which can be further used to track and collect costs.
Focusing on surveys and questionnaires, and quantitative research methods, it varies on the person getting questioned as to which method they prefer. Some individuals may prefer to fill in a questionnaire, as it is quick and simple for them, whereas someone else would rather have a face-to-face interview because they may find questionnaires to complicated. Giving people the choice gives the more chance of getting a response overall. It is important that the researchers are aware of the advantages and disadvantages because they will then be aware of what method to use, and will know what method is best to use. It is also an advantage to work with experienced researchers in order to find out the best results.
Data Collection and Analysis Questionnaire The research was carried out on both quantitative and qualitative approaches. It began with a quantitative approach—questionnaire. Bryman and Bell (2003) asserted that mail or postal questionnaires are the most popular forms of questionnaires. Another form—self-completion questionnaire—was also common because of the overlap with postal questionnaire to some extent.
The Advantages and Limitations of Social Surveys in Sociological Research To survey something, is to carry out a systematic overview so that a researcher can produce a comprehensive general report on it. Survey method is often used by positivist sociologists seeking to test their hypotheses, and to investigate causes and examine variables. As with every other sociological research, survey has its own advantages and limitations. Positivist research, which is in the scientific tradition, begins with a hypothesis that can be either confirmed or rejected according to the data collected. One of the significant advantages of survey method is that, it can be used to collect data that is a representative of a larger population.
In a Telephone survey, Handwritten score sheets, using a pre-determined questions in a predetermined order is accurate by repetition. Anything out of the ordinary will stand out and be easily picked up and dealt with.
Barcodes are used everywhere around us. They are used to track products through shipment, track products at a store and speed up and enhance the checkout process, as well as allowing faster access to information. Barcodes began to be used heavily in the 1970’s. This began a great movement in the consumer industry, speeding up the checkout process and allowing easier inventory tracking. However, just like all technologies, barcodes have been enhanced many times over and are being replaced by better, more efficient systems (Bonsor).
Yet another educational outcome is data integrity. In the hands of students, this is a learned skill, taught early in life, and called telling the truth. Left up to the professor, an old familiar phrase comes to mind, “Inspect what you expect.” 2
It is important to organise data in some form of table. This gives a clear indication of the variables and orders the information so that recording is straightforward.
Computer technology has had a significant impact on retail stores. All but the smallest shops have replaced the old-fashioned cash register with a terminal linked to a computer system. The terminal may require that the clerk type in the code for the item; but more and more frequently the checkout counter include a bar-code scanner, a device that directly reads into the computer the UPC printed on each package.
Input is really important for the computer. Through this device, users are allows to enter data or instructions into a computer. It changed something on the screen through the response. There are many kinds of input device for users to select depending on their application to get the result they want. There are many input technologies, for example, keyboard, pointing device, trackball, touch screen, touchpads and audio input. These devices can help users to connect with computer system directly.
The two main kinds of output devices that we use, this includes the printer and the display monitor. The printer is used for processing text and graphic onto paper. The ink-jet printer and laser printer are the two commonly used today with personal computers. Most ink-jet printers are reasonably fast, being about to print 12 to 36 pages a minute. The laser printer works like a copy machine and can produce many pages per minute depending on how much you would like to spend. (Shelly and Vermaat COM 9)