Distributed Processing at Champion International (Classic Reprint)

Christine V. Bullen, Stephen E. Humphrey

ISBN 10: 1332258433 / ISBN 13: 9781332258437

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. This book explores the concept of software productivity, a topic of increasing concern for businesses as hardware costs decline and the demand for software services grows. Productivity is defined not only by the number of applications produced, but also by the quality of those applications. The author argues that traditional measures of productivity may not effectively capture the improvements made through the use of software development tools like Champion Distributed Processing System (CDFS). CDFS was developed at Champion International Corporation as a means to improve the way that software was designed, developed, and implemented. The author examines the characteristics of CDFS that contribute to its effectiveness, such as its ability to simplify the programming process, integrate various development tasks, and provide a consistent and portable platform for software applications. Through a case study of Champion International, the book demonstrates how CDFS has led to significant improvements in software productivity, enabling the company to streamline its operations and enhance its competitive advantage. The findings in this book hold valuable insights for organizations seeking to optimize their software development processes and achieve greater efficiency and quality in their software products. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Distributed Processing at Champion International (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1332258433
• ISBN 13: 9781332258437
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
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Synopsis

Distributed Processing at Champion International: A Case Study of Software Productivity examines how Champion International built a distributed processing environment to boost software productivity.

This non-fiction study follows the development of CDPS and Champtalk at Champion, showing how a large, multi‑divisional company organized its information systems to support many businesses. It explains the goals, the technology, and the management practices that shaped their approach to productivity and control.

• Learn how CDPS combines database, transaction, and application components into a portable, hardware‑friendly system.
• See how Champtalk’s language design affects coding, documentation, and portability across machines.
• Explore how Champion structured project planning, cost tracking, and prioritization to align MIS work with business needs.
• Understand the trade-offs between interactive versus batch processing in a distributed setting.

Ideal for readers interested in real‑world software productivity, distributed systems, and the practical challenges of managing large IT projects in a manufacturing environment.