Intelligent Enterprises of the 21st Century

ISBN: 1591401607
EAN: 2147483647

Year: 2003
Pages: 195

Authors: Jatinder Gupta

BUY ON AMAZON

Table of Contents
BackCover
Intelligent Enterprises of the 21st Century
Preface
Section I: Intelligent Enterprises
Chapter 1: Knowledge Economy and Intelligent Enterprises
Introduction
Knowledge-Based Economy
How to Create Intelligent Enterprises
Conclusion
References
Chapter 2: The Macroeconomic Benefits of Intelligent Enterprises
Introduction
Greater Economic Stability
Specialization and Customization
The Impact of the Internet
Worldwide Implications
Conclusion
References
Endnotes
Section II: Electronic Enterprises
Chapter 3: A Comparative Analysis of eBay and Amazon
Introduction
Early Life
Comparison of Visions
Growth Strategy
Head-to-Head Competition
What the Future Holds
Endnotes
Chapter 4: Key Determinants of Consumer Acceptance of Virtual Stores: Some Empirical Evidence
Introduction
Background
Theoretical Framework
Research Findings
Discussion and Implications of the Study
Achieving the Critical Success Factors
Future Research Directions
References
Appendix A
Chapter 5: Next Generation B2B Commerce using Software Agents
Introduction
An Overview of B2B Commerce
IT Infrastructure Requirements
Software Agents Overview
Agent-Based Architecture
Transaction Flows
Conclusion: Contributions and Research Opportunities
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 6: Building Adaptive E-Business Infrastructure for Intelligent Enterprises
Introduction
Dynamic Web Services Integration
OGSA for Business Process Integration
Conclusion
References
Chapter 7: The Evolving E-Business Enterprise Systems Suite
Introduction
The Evolution of the Enterprise System Suite: From ERP to E-Business
The E-Business Systems Integrated Suite
Management Perspective
Conclusion
References
Section III: Technology and Tools for Intelligent Enterprises
Chapter 8: A Framework of Intelligence Infrastructure Supported by Intelligent Agents
Introduction
Intelligent Agents
Intelligent Agent Applications
Intelligence Infrastructure
Intelligent Agents Supported Intelligence Infrastructure
Research Issues and Discussion
Conclusion
References
Chapter 9: Enterprise Resource Planning for Intelligent Enterprises
Introduction
Enterprise Resource Planning Systems
ERP Systems for the Intelligent Enterprise
Advantages and Shortcomings of ERP Systems
The ERP Market: Vendors and Market Trends
The ERP Implementation Project: Risks and Key Success Factors
Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 10: New Challenges in Electronic Payments
Introduction
The Definition of Risk
Risk Analysis: The Evaluation of Electronic Payment Systems
Individual Risk Management
Conclusion
Endnotes
References
Chapter 11: Infrastructure and Policy Frameworks for the Support of Intelligent Enterprises: The Singapore Experience
Introduction
Advanced Telecommunications Infrastructure
International Connectivity
Frameworks for Electronic Commerce
Legal and Policy Frameworks
E-Government
M-Commerce
Discussion
Conclusion
References
Chapter 12: Application Service Provision: A Technology and Working Tool for Intelligent Enterprises of the 21st Century
Introduction
Background
Concerns
Recommendations
Future Trends
Conclusion
References
Chapter 13: Transforming Small Businesses into Intelligent Enterprises Through Knowledge Management
Introduction
Role of Knowledge Management in Small Business
Empirical Investigation
Conclusion
References
Chapter 14: From Data to Decisions: Knowledge Discovery Solutions for Intelligent Enterprises
Introduction
Establishment of KM Infrastructure
Knowledge Architecture
Knowledge Management Systems
Knowledge Management Tools and Techniques
How to Become a Knowledge-Based Enterprise
Summary
References
Section IV: Managing Intelligent Enterprises
Chapter 15: E-Pricing for Intelligent Enterprises: A Strategic Perspective
Introduction
Impact of the Internet on Pricing
Real TimeDynamic Pricing
Implications for Theory and Practice
Future Trends
Conclusion
References
Chapter 16: Linking E-Commerce Strategies with Organizational and ISIT Strategies
Introduction
Understanding E-Commerce From the is Perspective
Lessons From ISIT Strategies
Generic Strategies and Stages
Issues Specific to E-Commerce
Developing an E-Commerce Strategy
Selected Implications
Conclusion
Endnotes
References
Chapter 17: Managing Operations in the E-Commerce Era: Requirements and Challenges
Introduction
Background
Operations and E-Commerce
Future Trends in Enhancing Use of the Internet for Commerce
Conclusion
References
Chapter 18: E-Business Systems Security for Intelligent Enterprises
Introduction
E-Business Systems Security Concepts
Technological Background
Security Policy
Intelligent Management of Information Systems Security
Conclusion
Acknowledgment
References
Chapter 19: Modern Maintenance Management for Enhancing Organizational Efficiency
Introduction
Complexity of Maintenance Management
Competencies Needed for Organizational Efficiency
Maintenance Management Framework
Practices to Reach Required Competencies
Conclusion
References
Index
Index_B
Index_C
Index_D
Index_E
Index_F
Index_G
Index_H
Index_I
Index_J
Index_K
Index_L
Index_M
Index_N
Index_O
Index_P
Index_Q
Index_R
Index_S
Index_T
Index_U
Index_V
Index_W
Index_Y
List of Figures
List of Tables