Conceptual framework and guidelines for the implementation of mass information systems

doi:10.1016/0378-7206(95)94021-4

Information & Management

Volume 28, Issue 2, February 1995, Pages 125-142

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Abstract

This paper presents a conceptual framework and implementation guidelines for mass information systems (mass IS). The introduction gives an overview of mass IS, their goals, market potential, and outlines the research focus. In the following sections the environment and basic decisions on mass IS are discussed.

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Abstract

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Conceptual framework and guidelines for the implementation of mass information systems