PRESS
RELEASES
NAGASA Guide to Selecting
a New Computer System Now Available
NAGASA, the North American Graphic Arts Suppliers Association, has recently
published its second in a series of how-to guides, The NAGASA Guide to
Selecting a New Computer System. Created to assist the smaller business
in selecting the most cost-effective computer system for their needs,
the guide also describes how to be better prepared for some of the pitfalls
that often come with purchasing and installing a new system.
The first section of the guide provides a step-by-step process for selecting
a system, as well as for determining which company employees should be
involved in the purchasing decision. The second section focuses on the
important factors guiding the decision-making process, including costs,
reliability, and service and maintenance issues. The final section of
the guide focuses on the many features and capabilities of a computer
system and discusses how to decide which of them best fits your business’
needs.
The NAGASA Guide to Selecting a New Computer System was written by Dick
Friedman, a recognized authority on information systems for distributors
and manufacturers. Friedman has 36 years of systems experience, including
22 years of helping distributors and manufacturers acquire and effectively
utilize systems. Working with Friedman was a NAGASA task force comprised
of Paul Doucette of the Doucette Corporation; Gene Brett, E. Thomas Brett
Business Machines; Jack Gruhl, Instant Graphics; Julius Hjulian, Texas
Type Co.; Kent Walker, Walker Supply Company; and Nat Zucker, Pic Graphic
Products.
Each NAGASA member firm will receive one copy of the guide at no charge. Additional copies may be purchased for $95. Non-members may purchase a copy for $155. Order a copy from the NAGASA web site, located at www.nagasa.org or by calling NAGASA at 202-328-8441.