One of our sales management training tutors tells delegates of a sales manager he knew who was horrified at the state of his new companies information policy. Shortly after starting his new job the sales manager asked to see the various reports his department used. The next day his in-tray was overflowing with 23 reports – none of which he could understand. On investigation he found that the reports were not understood by the report writers either! Information has become one of the most important resources organisations have. Indeed, the well-known phrase ‘information is power’ is very relevant to today’s successful organisations. After all, it is only possible to have efficient management if, amongst others, you have an effective information policy.
The way in whi
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Data processing is a process of converting data in such a way so it becomes more useful and informative. It is used in business for better maintenance, effective analysis and research. It mainly involves classifying, sorting, merging, transmitting, reporting, recording and retrieving. It is a process of capturing raw data and converting it in to well represent information in defied format.
There are various tools such as forms, surveys, images, checks, transactions, market research reports, etc. that require processing to get information from it. In old days, companies are processing their data just by entering the data into computer. As competition goes high, companies preferred outsourcing data processing requirement to compete and grow. Outsourcing is useful not only to large busines
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Today’s business environment places many demands on technical managers and corporate executives. At a time when global competition forces companies to introduce products at a faster pace with higher efficiency and productivity, quality systems like ISO and Six Sigma, stipulate rigorous testing documentation. Regulatory systems, such as Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), require examination of manufacturing components— raw materials, production intermediates, and finished goods— together with meticulous records of every action and result. Customers routinely insist that manufacturers keep auditable schedules and thorough documentation as a condition of doing business.
These factors place strict guidelines on data management and documen
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