Information Overload: An International Challenge for Professional Engineers and Technical Communicators

by Zohra Fazal

A novel strategy for dealing with information overload that combines theory and workable solutions, Information Overload provides a truly international and interdisciplinary treatment of this crucial topic by connecting academic theory to real-world practice in a clear and concise manner. It was written and edited by a global group of experts from academia and industry. The book discusses the underlying causes and costs of information overload within organizations and introduces strategies and tried-and-true techniques for reducing information overload and lessening its negative effects, with a focus on the role of engineers and technical communicators. It provides a theoretical foundation and suggestions for further study, and it includes unique chapter that describe various approaches to issues from various multinational corporations. Information Emphasis is placed on the key definitions and difficulties associated

580 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 11, 2012