Title :
Studying the Role of IT in the Evolution of American Business Practices: A Way Forward
Author :
Cortada, James W.
Abstract :
The use of computers by whole industries in the US has led to a growing interest in the history of computer applications in business. In this article the author explores some of the trends in this new history and initial findings. He also suggests topics that are ripe for historical research.
Keywords :
DP industry; history; American business practices; IT industry; computer applications; historical research; Books; Business; Cellular phones; Computer applications; Computer industry; Databases; Handheld computers; History; Information technology; Writing; IT applications; Internet; business history; industries and computing;
Journal_Title :
Annals of the History of Computing, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MAHC.2007.4407443
