Part 1 Simulation tools: evaluation of simulation strategies on a parallel MIMD computer for design and management of computer networks, E.Dirkx et al; multiplan - a "what if" planning tool for system development projects, P.W.Garrett; computer simulation - a decision aid to management, G.Singh. Part 2 Knowledge-based systems: a structural approach to expert system design, D.J.Smellie and F.J.Evans; practical applications of neurocomputing, C.N.Schizas et al; knowledge excitation and knowledge-based systems as an aid to the monitoring and control of a process, B.E.Sanders et al; a knowledge-based approach for the interpretation and optimization of manufacturing simulation software, J.D.Lanham and T.M.Hill. Part 3 Manufacturing planning and control: system of co-ordinating experts for strategic planning support in business organizations, V.Ram; development of a generalized real-time planning and control model for small-batch manufacturing systems, using statistical methods and computer simulation techniques, M.J.Smith; managing change for competitive manufacturing, R.Gill and S.Adams; production control and scheduling using PC networks, G.R.Burns. Part 4 Performance control strategies: factory of the future - advanced manufacturing communications, A.Ioannou; use of control engineering techniques to improve plant efficiency, H.Egner et al; decision aid for an FMS cell supervisor, K.V.Pandya et al; information systems strategies in the 90s - managing with information, N.M.Timotheou. Part 5 Information management tools: application of computers in the management and development of an engineering consultancy company in Malaysia, D.I.Y.Cheong and T.E.Preece; engineering management of complex systems using object-oriented visual programming, F.J.Evand and F.C.Cheng; distributed databases - an overview for MIS management, A.G.Kassapis; AMIDA - adaptable low cost executive information system, T.S.Short.
