An Intelligent Decision Support System for Editors

so on. For these people, computerized systems represent powerful tools for assisting them in the performance of their work. The problems derive f rom the increasing ability of these systems to take over much of the work now performed by manufacturing, clerical, and service workers. Solutions will not be simple. Elements leading towards acceptable solutions must include human considerations in the direction and pace of change; shortening individual work time to spread available jobs around more widely; and creation of new products and services both to create additional jobs and to meet social needs.