1. Though not explicitly cross-referenced from the text, the following is a list of the papers which have most significantly affected the design of SCL. The first is particularly commended.
2. The evolution of job control languages
3. Documents for further reference: Further details of SCL are contained in the manuals: System B—SCL Vocabulary, ICL Technical Publication, TP6400. System B—Writing Job Control Programs, ICL Technical Publication, TP6325.