If additional hardware and software are needed, what infrastructure changes might Retro require?

The question above is related to my previous post. My guess hardware and software will be needed.

data warehouse and OLAP activities

How might Retro's existing data warehouse and OLAP activities change to address the warranty service problem? Please see attached

Data Flow Diagram

Scenario: The LCR Hospital wishes to update its processes and systems to allow greater access to information in a shorter timeframe and adhere to new regulations. The LCR Hospital is currently 100% manual in all of its data handling and only has limited PC workstations for word processing at this time. Over time they want to be 100% electronic in all aspects of the business, but time and money are issues to them. The areas that are most important to them now are in-patient processing, scheduling of the operating rooms (OR), medication tracking, and patient billing. In-patient processing should handle new and return patients, gathering of all patient and provider information, and reason f... click for more

What non-metric variables do you think would usually exist in determining priorities for a business system of this magnitude?

What non-metric variables do you think would usually exist in determining priorities for a business system of this magnitude?

Computers and information processing

Please help me with these questions, if possible --- Accuracy of data input is important. What method of data input would be best for each of the following situations and explain why: Printed questionnaires Telephone survey Bank checks Retail tags Long documents Convenience and quality of output are important. Explain what method of output would be best for each of the following situations and explain why: Hand held computer Color photograph Resume Memorandum Statistical report Company annual report Different types of storage devices are optimal for different situations. Explain what situations are appropriate for the following devices and explain why: Hard disk... click for more