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J. M. Verlander, Martin Marietta

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4-1968 8:00 AM

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The application of automatic computers to business management integrates science and art and contributes directly to the advancement of management as a vital and creative force. This paper discusses improved techniques applied to the management of launch operations and the development of an automated management reporting system, citing some of the advantages and disadvantages over manual reporting systems.

The original schemes were developed and evaluated during the checkout and launch of the Gemini Launch Vehicle. The system can be applied to any major integration task involving numerous interfaces and different hardware configurations. Further developments are being considered for possible use in Titan III-C and Apollo Applications launch operations.

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Apr 1st, 8:00 AM

Improved Techniques for the Management of Launch Operations

The application of automatic computers to business management integrates science and art and contributes directly to the advancement of management as a vital and creative force. This paper discusses improved techniques applied to the management of launch operations and the development of an automated management reporting system, citing some of the advantages and disadvantages over manual reporting systems.

The original schemes were developed and evaluated during the checkout and launch of the Gemini Launch Vehicle. The system can be applied to any major integration task involving numerous interfaces and different hardware configurations. Further developments are being considered for possible use in Titan III-C and Apollo Applications launch operations.

 

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