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Computergraphics in a full-service department: a three-year experience.
The Journal of Biocommunication
|May 1, 1984
Summary
Computer graphics services in biocommunications are cost-effective, supporting increased workloads in art and photography. A dedicated computer graphics unit has become a successful and viable service within the department.
Area of Science:
- Biocommunications
- Medical Illustration
- Digital Imaging
Background:
- Biocommunications departments often face increasing demands for visual content.
- Evaluating the cost-effectiveness and operational viability of specialized services is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the cost-effectiveness of computer graphics services within a biocommunications department over a three-year period.
- To evaluate the impact of computer graphics on departmental workload and staffing.
- To determine the viability of a satellite computer graphics production unit.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of departmental operational data over three years.
- Tracking workload changes in art and photography services.
- Monitoring staff expansion and resource allocation.
- Assessing the performance and integration of a new computer graphics unit.
Main Results:
- Computer graphics implementation proved cost-effective for the biocommunications department.
- Significant increases in workload for art and photography were managed.
- Departmental staffing increased by 1.5 full-time equivalents.
- A satellite computer graphics unit with three illustrators was established as a viable service.
Conclusions:
- Computer graphics services can be successfully integrated into biocommunications departments.
- Specialized units enhance departmental capacity and cost-effectiveness.
- Strategic resource allocation supports increased demand for visual content creation.