Using group support systems to improve the New Zealand economy. I. Short-term results

A unique application of group support technology is described. A methodology was developed to support a series of economic policy making meetings. The meetings were part of the second phase of a national study to upgrade New Zealand´s competitive position in global markets. Questionnaires were administered to participants after all meetings. Results from these questionnaires indicate that participants felt that the meetings were both very effective and efficient. Observational findings are also reported. Implications for using group support technology for economic policy development are discussed