Re: open and fill a new ACS window/session from an already open ACS session -- RPG400-L

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Retaining tribal knowledge I think is easier in a GUI due to the larger space - more explanations of data fields on the screen without having to press some help key.

For infrequent data maintenance, wizards that have lots of explanation are possible in GUI and text based screens, and can really help with that knowledge retention.

A lot of "home-grown" applications don't take the time for any of that.

On 3/9/2020 4:56 PM, Booth Martin wrote:

My own rule of thumb is that sales people and managers get GUI; the user training involved, the fragmented/interrupted attention spans, the elaborate drill downs and fancy summations, and the sparce data entry all lend themselves to GUI.

On the other hand, retaining tribal knowledge, day-in & day-out repetitive data processing, and layered processing all fit in neatly with text-based solutions. imnsho.

On 3/9/2020 3:19 PM, Eddie Gomez wrote:

It’s really unfortunate the stigma against 5250 sessions. Everyone has their own opinion about it. I actually like it. When it comes to serious data entry, a well-designed 5250 screen smokes their GUI counterpart.

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