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  • An integrated approach to the evaluation of multiattributed alternatives in facility siting studies

    Creator:
    West, Thomas Moore
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    Facility location studies involve the selection of a preferred course of action from an array of multiattributed alternatives. The factors affecting this selection are defined in both quantifiable and qualifiable terms. The former comprises primarily monetary or operational data, and the latter consists of nonmonetary and environmental parameters; where the...
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    Dissertation
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    5TUDIEZ Abstract Approved: Redacted for Privacy Di. dale's L. Riga Facility location studies involve the

  • An analysis of the unit dose pharmacy system in small hospitals

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    Kingsley, Daniel Bruce
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    The traditional and the unit dose pharmacy distribution system were compared to determine which one, in thd opinion of hospital pharmacists and administrators, is best suited to the needs of hospitals of less than 200 beds. The comparison was made by having the pharmacists rate the alternative distribution systems on...
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    Masters Thesis
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    SYSTEM IN SMALL HOSPITALS _ Redacted for PrivacyAbstract approved 14 DaPaPines L. Riggs The

  • Manpower pattern prediction for multi-project situations

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    Olsen, Eldon D.
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    The use of logistic-type growth curves in the prediction of future engineering manpower utilization patterns is a viable technique. When a work environment consists of a large number of repetitive type project the use of regression analysis and Weibull curve shapes gives a reliable forecast of the time-phased utilization of...
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    Dissertation
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    August 1978 Commencement June 1979 APPROVED: Redacted for privacy James L. Riggs, Ph.D., MA or

  • The managerial productivity diagnostic : an audit of managerial practices

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    Rubio, Eduardo A.
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    The slow productivity growth of American organizations in comparison to that of other industrialized nations is, nowadays, causing great national concern. The time has come when traditional industrial practices must give way to innovative procedures more compatible with current business-world conditions. Among others, current managerial practices seem to need urgent...
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    Masters Thesis
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    of Managerial Practices Abstract approved: Redacted for Privacy tames L. The slow productivity

  • Service assessment matrix

    Creator:
    Long, Linda C.
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    The United States is becoming a service oriented nation. As increasing amounts of the gross national product are spent on services, it becomes vitally important to ensure the productivity of these services. The purpose of this thesis is to identify which elements are needed in a service department productivity measurement...
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    . Title: Service Assessment Matrix Redacted for Privacy Abstract approved: /lames L. Riggs, P. The

  • Timber harvest layout by mathematical and Heuristic programming

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    Dykstra, Dennis P.
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    Although some of the most difficult problems in forest management occur as a result of timber harvest operations, present methodology in harvest planning emphasizes guidelines which rely heavily upon the experience of the individual forest manager for their correct application. This study was undertaken in an effort to develop a...
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    Dissertation