Abstract
This paper discusses a specific type of decision making through the use of a timesharing computer facility. The technique is variously called conferencing or Delphi conferencing.* In conferencing, a computer would serve as a data collection and routing device which enables a geographically scattered group of experts on some subject (the conferees) to conduct remotely those discussions and/or referendums that might occur at a conventional, face-to-face conference. A computerized conference system must then handle the mechanics of running such a remote conference. Conference systems have been studied recently and advantages of this type of system have been discussed:** for instance, the remote accessibility itself; the possible anonymity of the respondents as a control over personality factors; and the capability of participating in the conference at one's convenience rather than at a precise time. The purpose of this paper is to present aspects of implementing a conference system. These aspects are of three types: functional (conferee oriented); control (conference chairman oriented); and implementation (program requirements to provide control and functional capabilities). Following this discussion of these three aspects, some features of an actual conference system implementation are reviewed.
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