With the Internet revolution infiltrating every aspect of business, from electronic commerce and web advertising to communicating with suppliers and collaborating with employees over corporate intranets, it's imperative that managers speak the language - and understand the significance - of technology.
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The Business Internet and Intranets:

A Manager's Guide to Key Terms and Concepts

Few anticipated the blinding speed and complete penetration of the Internet in the business world, leaving many reeling with the unexpected pressure of mastering a new managerial discipline. Technologically wired managers currently enjoy a competitive advantage, and many of their less-savvy colleagues are scrambling to stay competitive. But the technological gap is about to close. The fifth installment in Peter Keen's popular series of manager's glossaries levels the playing field with reassuringly complete coverage of Web technology as it relates to success in the business arena.

This accessible handbook acquaints readers with the key business concepts of the Internet and intranets. Manager's can use it as a quick reference, or a resource for comprehending and communicating the larger significance of Web technology and its relationship to innovation. Keen and his co-authors use engaging real-life profiles to highlight the day-to-day business issues of Internet technology, focusing on the relevant questions and concerns that all managers must address. With insightful commentary, practical applications, and over 100 essential terms, this indispensable glossary helps managers get up to competitive speed and decipher the business Internet - fast.


Available online extracts from this book:

  1. Introduction

  2. Introduction: The Internet as Relationship Space

  3. Business Internet Vignettes - Millipore, Lockheed-Martin's Research & Development Division

  4. Business Internet Vignettes - Sun Microsystems

  5. Business Internet Vignettes - Kenny's Bookshop and Art Galleries, Ltd.

  6. Glossary of Terms - Internet Law

  7. Glossary of Terms - Internet Payment Mechanisms

  8. Glossary of Terms - Intranet

  9. Glossary of Terms - IPng

  10. Glossary of Terms - Secure Electronic Transaction (SET)
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