Comparison of Computer Output Media. 1. Computer Printer. 2. Xerox Computer Forms Printer (CFP). 3. Xerox 1200 Computer Printing System. 4. IBM 3800 Printing Subsystem. 5. Computer Output Microfiche (COM).

This study invoices costs associated with the production of computer products and compares the cost of present computer printers to the cost of using the Xerox Computer Forms Printer CFP, Xerox 1200 Computer Printing System, IBM 3800 Printing Subsystem or Computer output Microfiche COM. The study is twofold. It first considers the cost of processing all multipart paper products on each of the alternate systems. The second consideration is a 40 conversion of these products to microfiche with the remaining products being processed on either the Xerox CFP, IBM 3800 or Xerox 1200. The anticipated 40 conversion to microfiche is based on studies in private industry and has been reviewed by Mr Steve Long, Federal Electric Corp, at Vanengberg AFB, who has been involved in computer-output-microfiche production for some time. Single part paper products were not considered for conversion in this report since we feel that some computer printerouts will still be required from the standpoint of convenience, and because the savings involved are minimal. Also, computer printers will still be required for certain special forms even though the Xerox and IBM equipment does have a forms overlay capability. Author