Human-computer interaction: the human and computer as a team in emergency management information systems

ABSTRACT

Building the computer as part of the emergency management team ensures that people continue to do the things they do well, supported by the technology, not driven by it.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  K. Computing Milieux
  K.6 MANAGEMENT OF COMPUTING AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS
      K.6.1 Project and People Management

Additional Classification:
  K. Computing Milieux
  K.4 COMPUTERS AND SOCIETY
      K.4.3 Organizational Impacts

General Terms:
Human Factors, Management