Describes the computer information system (ABACUS), used to monitor and control business operations in complex, global company. Description of the technical characteristics of the system databases, financial reporting requirements, setting targets and profit calculations based on full cost (including interest on the depreciation in the value of capital employed and replacement). Exhibits show how the inputs and outputs of the graphics system, and details of accounting. "Hide
by Robert L. Simons Source: Harvard Business School 24 pages. Publication Date: May 19, 1992. Prod. #: 192140-PDF-ENG
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