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Network and Information Systems Study CONCLUSION The Network and Information Systems Study Team has attempted to complete its charge as thoroughly and objectively as possible within the tight project schedule. The content of this report is the result of the team's analysis of interview comments, questionnaires, and written statements provided by members of the University community. Furthermore, the process of going through this study promoted involvement and input from a variety of students, faculty, and staff, and we hope that it has resulted in a broad commitment and ownership for plans and recommendations. The need to complete the University wide network appears to be the number one priority item because it was consistently raised by members of the University community during interviews and in questionnaires. The need for an integrated information system was the next major item that was consistently raised. The team understands that technology alone will not provide the breakthrough solutions that are envisioned for administrative operations. Existing office work flow processes and document handling procedures also need to be reviewed and re-engineered (where necessary) to make more effective use of new technologies. The team hopes that the recommendations in this report will provide a strategy and blueprint that Kent State University can use to develop and implement the integrated systems and network infrastructure that it needs to take full advantage of new technologies in the nineties and beyond. With this infrastructure in place, the University will be in a better position to enhance the quality and productivity of its instruction, research, and support programs and, therefore, to provide better service to its stake holders as well as remain competitive with peer institutions in the recruitment and retention of students, faculty, and staff. [ Table of Contents | Next page | Previous page ] |