Scott Thiele, Tabulating Machine Operator

ID: 1293 ~ Source: Minnesota Historical Society
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Scott Thiele, Tabulating Machine Operator

Scott Thiele used an IBM tabulating machine in the customer analysis department. Customer data for each sales territory was entered into punch cards which were run through the tabulating machine. The resultant reports provided statistical information for various company departments and operations.

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