Why the iPhone will change the (PC) world

A friendly User Interface is the major feature of information technology that has enabled the widespread proliferation of computer technology and therefore - of e-Business. The standard icon based technology we see today in Windows, was developed initially by Xerox way back when and pioneered by Apple in the early versions of the Mac. Microsoft, of course, widely commercialized it in the Windows Operating System, but it has remained unclanged in its basics for almost 25 years. Now Steven Jobs has demo'd the iPhone, which could mark not just a new and innovative cell phone, but a remarkable change in user interfaces, one that could soon be reflected in the next generation of user interfaces for personal computers. It could therefore also cause major changes in e-business. Why the iPhone will change the (PC) world

Business Intelligence & Search: A Marriage of Convenience

Most companies have a vast amount of information in their systems, but it is often a challenge to gain access to it. Business Intelligence has contributed to this issue, since it involves accumulating a lot of information, but also requires producing reports to be able to make use of that information. The production of the reports can be a time consuming and complex process. That's why organizations are starting to look at combining search technology with BI databases. It seems a logical way to approach the problem. Business Intelligence & Search: A Marriage of Convenience

E-Commerce News: ECT News Exclusives: PayPal's Pearson on Staying Consumer-Friendly

Paypal has revolutionized. In this article, Paypal's Pearson provides a provocative picture of this portentous payment process. E-Commerce News: ECT News Exclusives: PayPal's Pearson on Staying Consumer-Friendly

Marriott International: Web Services

Marriott recently developed a new strategy and supporting infrastructure for their website, which has led to a large increase in their web based sales. Done with the help of Accenture, the major element was that classic element of e-business - integration of the web based front end with the core reservations and inventory systems. The web system itself was made more robust to accomodate the increased activity. It's an approach that the lodging industry needs to take. Marriott International: Web Services

How to protect yourself at wireless hot spots

It's great having the ability to use a laptop on wireless networks at the airport, hotel and coffee shop. However, if the laptop has sensitive data on it, there is a risk of having someone steal it corupt it. All those other networks don't necessarily have the security features your home office has. But there are precautions that can be taken. and they are well worth taking. How to protect yourself at wireless hot spots