Information network and data communication, III Book

The main theme of this book is the application of open standards in corporate information systems. In a period of rapid technical development, there is a need for cooperating open information systems, appropriate communication structures, as well as standards for networking, information exchange and access. Identified in these research papers are important considerations for formulating a successful information processing and communications strategy. Technical and managerial issues are discussed, and new and soon-to-be-available communication facilities are described.