- 2073 Magh · 4 marks
Short note: GDSS
Short answer
GDSS is an interactive computer-based system helping groups jointly analyse problems and reach decisions using networked hardware, group software and a facilitator. Tools include brainstorming, voting, ranking and shared documents. Its advantages are wider participation, faster quality decisions and permanent records, but limitations include cost, training and reduced face-to-face interaction.
Write a short note on GDSS.
A Group Decision Support System (GDSS) is an interactive computer-based system that helps a group of people to jointly analyse problems, generate and evaluate alternatives, and reach decisions. It combines networked hardware, group software and meeting procedures, often with a facilitator.
Members (PCs) <--network--> Server (ideas, votes, records)
Facilitator controls the session
Tools: electronic brainstorming, idea organisation, voting and ranking, polling, shared documents, discussion logs.
Characteristics: anonymity, parallel input, structured process, automatic records, use of networks, support for same-place or distributed groups.
Advantages: wider participation, less dominance by a few, faster and better quality decisions, and permanent records.
Limitations: cost, need for training and technology, less face-to-face interaction, possible information overload.
Example: a company board using an electronic meeting system to rank investment proposals.
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