Introduction to ACS. 3rd edition. Glushkov V.M.

Before readers - the classical work of an outstanding Soviet scientist, pioneer of cybernetics in the USSR and the world, academician V. M. Glushkov, dedicated to automated management systems (ACS). The book sets out the basic principles of building computers and programming systems, as well as mathematical methods used in the ACS (linear and dynamic programming, mass service theory, system analysis, etc.). General information about the ACS and data processing systems, the principles of building reference and information systems and complexes of planning and management tasks, which must be solved in the ACS. Particular attention is paid to the management of stocks and its connection with operational-calendar planning. The tasks of management in macroeconomics and the principles of building a national automated system are described. The book, according to the author, was intended for engineering and technical workers and economic leaders of all industries involved in the automation of management. It can today be of interest to the heads of enterprises, economists and managers, employees of state and municipal management bodies, who will help to get the initial orientation in a wide range of issues arising in the development and implementation of automated control systems.