SAM Coverage
Racing
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On Line: Software For Brainstorming
A review of five major brainstorming computer software application programs. Although these programs do not think nor have any knowledge on their own, they…
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The On Ramp To The Information Highway
A look into the what the information highway offers ski area marketers. Includes a look at available services and what can be obtained from…
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Forecasting Via Modem
A look into the different weather forecasting services that are available to the computer user with a modem. Includes a complete assessment of the…
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Snowmaking Automation- Fan
A primer on approaches to fan snowmaking technology and a listing of what is available in different levels of automation. Includes a definition of…
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Business Planning Software
A comprehensive guide to business planning software that has proven beneficial to ski resorts. The author offers advice on what the needs are and…
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Promoting Your Web Site Worldwide
A look at how to promote your website on the Internet. Includes suggestions on where to put the site and how to draw attention…
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A New Beginning For U. S. Skiing
A commentary on the recent history of U.S. Skiing and the U.S. Ski Team and thoughts on the future of the organization.
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Consumers Test New Rf/Id Systems
A staff report on Radio Frequency Identification. RFID is designed for direct-to-lift operating systems.
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Biggest, Baddest Snowmobile Race
A review of the highly successful snowmobile race held at Spirit Mountain, Minn. The event was voted “Snowmobiling event of the year”.
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Pr Clutter Busters
An extensive look at the busy world of public relations. Consists of background info and continues through all major levels of PR, with a…
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Euro-Ticketing Comes To Big Sky
A comprehensive look at the new automated ticketing system developed by SkiData. The first installation in North America is at Big Sky, Mont. The…
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Snowmakers Can Be Skiers, Too
A brief look at the 9th Annual Snowmakers Classic ski race at Ski Windham, N.Y. A great event to cap off a season of…
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Snowmaking With Artificial Intelligence
A look at the use of artificial intelligence within Snowtracker’s new automated snowmaking software. The program divides the mountain into elevations and directions to…
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Mountain Guide For The 21st Cenury
A kiosk named Sherpa is providing mountain information and fun for guests at Smuggler’s Notch, Vt. The Kiosk, manufactured by Terrajim, Inc., is designed…
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Computer Controlled Fueling
A review of the Gasboy automated fueling pump station. This set-up allows management to track where and how much gas is being dispensed and…
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On-Line: Ski Profit For Rental Shops
A complete review of a software system known as Ski-Profit, marketed by Sports Select for ski area rental shops. The program was first installed…