Electronic commerce and the threat of brand X

Article Abstract:

Electronic commerce is anticipated to significantly affect the financial services industry through expansion campaigns that do not support branding. These campaigns promote purchase options that are anticipated to corner consumers in defined geographic markets such as financial services. Not only is the Internet considered totally different from other types of commercial channels, it supports consumers with the ability to control the commercial processes associated with demand and supply economics. It gives prospective clients the capability to compare and analyze financial services products through intelligent agents, collaborative filtering and distributed databases. Financial services firms are urged to embrace electronic commerce and utilize intelligent agent sites to generate new business opportunities.

Marketing, Financial Services, Finance and Insurance, Information Systems & Theory, Methods, Usage, Financial services industry, Information management

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Happy new year?

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The Y2K computer problem is expected to be a noticeable event throughout 1999 and most of 2000, even though some dismiss the problem as not very serious. However, it is also unlikely that, as some proponents believe, the Y2K bug will signal catastrophic events. The definite implications of the Y2K problem is yet to be seen, but IT professionals can work on solutions for this problem, bearing in mind certain mishaps that might occur and preparing appropriate contingency plans.

Electronic computers, Data Processing Mgmt NEC, Management, Computers, Digital computers, Cover Story, Year 2000 transition (Computers), Data processing, Information storage and retrieval systems

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E-business management strategies

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Management strategies for electronic commerce are analyzed and evaluated by Cathy Spencer of Gartner Inc. Sourcing and supplier relationships are important sectors of this industry.

United States, Industry Overview, Interview, Spencer, Cathy

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