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Computer technology in institutional foodservice.

A C McCool, M M Garand

    Journal of the American Dietetic Association
    |January 1, 1986
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    Computer technology adoption in institutional foodservices varies by institution size and type. Larger facilities and educational institutions show higher computer usage, particularly for management functions.

    Area of Science:

    • Foodservice Management
    • Information Technology in Institutions
    • Operations Research

    Background:

    • Healthcare and educational institutions increasingly utilize computer technology in foodservice operations.
    • Understanding the extent and nature of computer application in these settings is crucial for operational efficiency.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To profile foodservice operations and managers in health care and educational institutions regarding computer technology adoption.
    • To examine the application of computers in management and client service functions.
    • To identify factors influencing computer usage.

    Main Methods:

    • A survey research study was conducted on foodservices and foodservice managers.
    • Data collected on computer usage, types of systems, and functional application areas.

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  • Statistical analysis to determine relationships between institutional characteristics and computer usage.

    • Main Results:

    • Institution size and type significantly correlate with computer usage; larger institutions use computers more extensively.
    • Educational institutions demonstrate higher computer utilization than health care institutions.
    • Managerial information applications were most common, followed by purchasing/storage and production functions. Menu precosting and client service functions showed limited significant relationships with institutional type or size.

    Conclusions:

    • Computer adoption in institutional foodservices is influenced by organizational scale and sector.
    • Educational settings appear to be leading in the integration of computer technology within their foodservice departments.
    • Future research could explore specific barriers and facilitators for technology adoption in health care foodservices.