Roboshop: intelligent agents
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Netbot of Seattle, WA, has created Jango, a very effective software package that searches the Internet for the best online shopping bargains available. Online retailers are not able to recognize Jango at work and block its use, making online comparison shopping much easier.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1997
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Agility counts
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Agile programming brings together many methodologies for developing computer software more efficiently. Agile programming covers techniques including Extreme Programming and Feature Driven Development. Most agile techniques focus on teamwork and communication.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2001
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Marked by the market
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General Electric has created the most value for shareholders, followed by Microsoft and Mannesmann, according to consulting firm Stern Stewart's Wealth Added Index of firms worldwide. To add value, shares must rise more than the return required by investors.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2001
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