COMPSIM A Computer Center Management Simulation

Abstract

"This paper describes a computer center management simulation entitled COMPSIM. This simulation deals with the operations and the management of a hypothetical computer center. The simulation is designed to teach management decision-making skills that are pertinent to the data processing industry, such as computer equipment selection, data processing personnel decisions, and marketing of computer services. The paper presents: (i) the purpose of the simulation, (ii) the simulation environment, (iii) the requisite skills of the participants, (iv) the major decisions, and (v) the computer center’s objectives. "