Project Topics Seminar Topics Post UTME Nursing Exam Past Questions
Search Topic
PARKLYN
ERVICES
 · RC: 2994849
Impact of Computer on Record Management in an Office

Impact of Computer on Record Management in an Office

@SparklynServices
WhatsApp Channel

DEDICATION

This research material, titled “Impact of Computer on Record Management in an Office” is dedicated to God for His boundless grace and guidance. It is also a tribute to all computer enthusiasts whose contributions made my research journey smoother and enriched my documentation process, making the experience truly fulfilling.



ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I am profoundly grateful to everyone who contributed to the successful completion of this project. I am especially grateful to my Supervisor (Name), the Head of Department (Name), and the Lecturers in the Department of Office Technology and Management (OTM) for their invaluable guidance and support. I also acknowledge the contributions of authors and scholars whose works on Impact of Computer on Record Management in an Office provided essential insights. Special thanks go to my study area (and any funding organizations, if applicable) for their financial assistance. I am equally thankful to stakeholders, including mentors, teachers, and colleagues, for their encouragement and support. Finally, I deeply appreciate my family and friends for their patience and unwavering support throughout this journey. Your contributions have been instrumental in making this research a reality.



TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRELIMINARY PAGES

CHAPTER ONE

  • 1.0 Introduction 1
  • 1.1 Background of the Study 1-2
  • 1.2 Statement of the Problem 2
  • 1.3 Research Question 2
  • 1.4 The Purpose of the Study 2
  • 1.5 Significance of the Study 3
  • 1.6 Limitation of the Study 3
  • 1.7 Scope / Delimitation 3
  • 1.8 Definition of Terms 3

CHAPTER TWO

  • 2.0 Introduction 4
  • 2.1 Definition of Record Management 4-5
  • 2.2 Practicing Records Management 5-7
  • 2.3 Current Issues In Record Management 8-9
  • 2.4 Data Processing 9
  • 2.5 Essentials of A Good Filing System 9-12
  • 2.6 Definition of Computer 12
  • 2.7 Roles of Computer In Business Organization 12
  • 2.8 Impact of Computer On Record Keeping 13

CHAPTER THREE

  • 3.0 Introduction 14
  • 3.1 Population of the Study 14
  • 3.2 Sample 14
  • 3.3 Research Instrument 14
  • 3.4 Method of Data Collection 14
  • 3.5 Method of Data Analysis 15
  • 3.6 Decision Rule 15

CHAPTER FOUR

  • 4.0 Presentation 16
  • 4.1 Analysis of Respond to the Research Question 16-18

CHAPTER FIVE

  • 5.0 Summary Conclusion and Recommendation 19
  • 5.1 Summary of Finding and Discussion 19
  • 5.2 Conclusion. 20
  • 5.3 Recommendation 20-21
  • 5.4 Suggestions For Further Studies 21

REFERENCES

22-23
  • Research Question 24

    • ABSTRACT

    This research was carried out to find the impact of compute on record management in an office with the reference to thirty secretaries working in Federal Polytechnic, Offa.

    Research questions guiding the study were as follow:

    • What impact does the computer has on record keeping in terms of reliability?
    • What impact does the computer has on record keeping in terms speed?
    • What impact does the computer has on record keeping In terms of retrievals?
    • What impact does computer has on effectiveness on record keeping?

    Structure questionnaire was design and administer the secretaries. Simple mean was used to analyze the data and the results revealed that the findings, it was concluded that the computer is currently the most reliable tools for record keeping. Effective record keeping has positive impact on productivity. Following the drawing of conclusion, recommendation was offered for improvement of computer services in Federal Polytechnic, Offa.


    Impact of Computer on Record Management in an Office

    CHAPTER ONE

    1.0 Introduction

    1.1 Background of the Study

    Most offices and organization appreciate the importance of record management. Horn by (2001) defines record “as written account of facts, accounts put down as hey occur and stored small collection of data about a specific) that exists as a units of information in machine readable form facts know about the past or somebody or something”

    Samdanel (1998) defines record “as large of document e.g. letters, memorandum, report etc which are created, processed, stored and reviewed in any business organization or office.

    In other words, record management refers to the sum total of all activities designed to control the lifecycle of records from its disposition.

    Record management deals with the creation, distribution, presentation, maintenance, preservation, retrieval and disposal of records.

    Mills and standingford (1983) see record management as “a direct connection between the practical working and the clerical operations”.

    Record management entails the following:

    1. To account for the goods which have purchased as far as practicable, to trace them through the business until it have been develop and changed to the customer or client.
    2. To report on stock bases and wastage
    3. To report on transaction of an office
    4. To report on goods held on ordered in relation to requirements for production and selling programmes.
    5. To report on inactive stocks.
    6. To provide information for department changing or costing purpose.

    Computers are now found in every field of human activities from space explanation to literacy studies.

    There are few or no area in an organization which are likely to escape the impact of computerization since business need for providing information are increasing in volume and complexity, the use of computer as a machine, which can receive, process present information in to it, at a very speed is essential.

    It is claimed that application of computer to record management in an office has made record management easier and more reliable. The concern of this study is, therefore to investigate the impact of application / utilization of computer an record management in the office.

    1.2 Statement of the Problem

    This research work mends to discover what impact the computer has on record management in today's office.

    Also, we seek to determine and highlight the relative importance of computer as a means of keeping record over all other methods of record keeping like manual filling system and indexing etc.

    1.3 Research Questions

    The following question granted the study:

    • What impact does the computer have on record keeping in terms of reliability?
    • What impact does the computer have on record keeping in terms of speed?
    • What impact does the computer have on record keeping in terms of retrieval?
    • What impact does the computer have on effectiveness 0n record keeping?

    1.4 Purpose of the Study

    The purpose of this research work is:

    1. To find out and show to the business world the record management features of the computer.
    2. To determine its impact on the record management.
    3. To determine its durability and reliability.

    1.5 Significance of the Study

    The study will be off great importance to organization and most especially the secretarial personal to know the impact of computer on record management in an office and its effective and efficiency in organization and it will enable organization. Companies to appreciate the impact of computer on record management.

    1.6 Limitation of the Study

    Some constraints faced by the research in the course of these study includes the following.

    1. Financial constraint
    2. Time constraint
    3. Support's busy schedule.
    4. Death of relevant literatures.

    However having summarized these challenges, the researcher was confident of the validity of the research work.

    1.7 Scope / Delimitation of Study

    The research study focus. It attention on the impact of computer on record management in Federal Polytechnic, Offa.

    1.8 Definition of Terms

    Computer:

    Is an electronic machine that receive instruction data as input, translate the data, process it, and present as out put to the user.

    Record management:

    Describe as the deployment of stored and retrieve information for the achievement of the objective with function of providing appropriate information and communication network to all sectors within and outside an organization

    …

    CHAPTER TWO

    2.0 Literature Review

    2.1 Introduction

    This chapter focuses on the review of related literature. A literature review includes the current knowledge as well as theoretical and methodological contributions to a particular topic. It documents the state of the art with respect to the topic you are writing. It surveys the literature in the topic selected. In this research work the literature review includes the conceputal review, theoretical framework, the review of related literature …

    Procedure for Accessing and Downloading the Complete Material in PDF or DOCX Format

    Above is a preview excerpt of the full study on “Impact of Computer on Record Management in an Office”. The complete material, including all five chapters, is available for download upon request.

    To obtain the complete research material content, simply place an order by paying the specified project or seminar fee using the account details or electronic payment (E-payment) system provided below.

    Seminar Material
    ₦3,000    		Project Material
    ₦5,000

    For Mobile Money (MoMo) and Researchers Outside Nigeria, Kindly Request Complete Material via WhatsApp.

    Account Details - For USSD / POS Transfer

    ACCT NAMESPARKLYN SERVICES
    Zenith Bank PLC1222599051
    MoniePoint (MFB)8030511988
    Paycom (OPay)8030511988

    –– or ––

    After payment, send message containing your payment receipt to Sparklyn Services with the phone number displayed below.

    Once payment is confirmed, the complete document will be delivered via WhatsApp or email in Microsoft Word (MS-Word) format.

    You can get more research topics on Office Technology and Management, if you did not see your preferred topic from the alternate list above.

    Defense Procedure for Office Technology and Management Researchers

    In preparation for defending a project or seminar on Impact of Computer on Record Management in an Office, it is imperative that as a nursing student, you demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of your research. The defense process is structured to include presenting your work, answering questions, and illustrating its pertinence. Initially, provide a succinct yet thorough introduction to your research topic, emphasizing its importance and the objectives, ensuring that both the audience and the External Examiner can understand the scope of your study.

    Prior to your defense, be thoroughly acquainted with your research abstract and the critical elements of Chapter One, including motivation for embarking on this research, problem statement, objectives, and significance. In Chapter Two, be ready to cite at least two references from the literature review. For Chapter Three, you should be equipped to discuss the methodologies, tools, and techniques utilized. In Chapter Four, defend your research by justifying the findings and linking them to your research objectives.

    Conclude your defense by succinctly summarizing the study and offering insightful, evidence-based recommendations. A professional dress code, such as wearing a suit and tie, is vital to create a favorable impression and elevate your presentation.

    During the question and answer segment, the External Examiner may pose questions pertaining to your research. If confronted with a challenging or irrelevant question, respond diplomatically with, “Sorry, Sir/Madam, the question asked is beyond the scope of my study.” Whenever possible, direct your answers back to your research findings to reinforce your expertise.

    Page Content Headings - Impact of Computer on Record Management in an Office
      Download Material (Docx)