Application possibilities of agricultural information portals
- Authors: Chisenga, Justin
- Date: 2009-01-08T13:03:30Z
- Subjects: Agriculture research , Web portals , Intranets (Computer networks) , Extranets (Computer networks)
- Type: Thesis
- Identifier: http://ujcontent.uj.ac.za8080/10210/373305 , uj:14753 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/1833
- Description: D. Litt. et Phil. , Today, more and more organisations are adopting the use of the Internet and webbased technologies in the management of and provision of access to information and knowledge resources and services in digital formats. However, it appears that innovative use of the web is more pronounced in corporate organisations. For example, corporate organisations are using portals or sophisticated websites to conduct electronic commerce via the web and provide access to both internal and external information resources and services, accessed via the Internet, intranets, and extranets. The view of the researcher is that innovative use of the Internet and web-based technologies, such as portals, should not be the domain of the corporate world alone. The focus of this thesis is, therefore, to establish the potential application possibilities of portals in other types of organisations, especially agricultural research organisations in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region. The main research problem addressed in this thesis was What is the nature and application possibility of agricultural information portals in the provision of webbased, value-added information services for researchers? To address the above research problem, literature relating to the historical development of the Internet and the World Wide Web, intranet and extranet applications in organisations, as well as portals and their applications, was reviewed. In addition, a study was made of international trends regarding the provision of access to digital agricultural information resources and services via the web, and a questionnaire survey was conducted to establish whether it was necessary to use portals to provide access to digital-based agricultural information resources and services in agricultural research organisations in the SADC region. ii Resulting from the literature reviews, the study of websites of international agricultural organisations, and the survey on the need for portals in agricultural research organisations in the SADC region, the study established that: · There are several potential applications of portals in agricultural research organisations. This led to the definition of the nature and major components of the type of portal that could serve the needs of researchers in agricultural research organisations. · There is a need for portals in agricultural research organisations in the SADC region. The current use of the web in these organisations in the region is largely limited to the development of brochureware types of websites, providing access to information contained in the organisations’ brochures. Therefore, there is need to upgrade from basic Web sites to advanced sites or portals, and the study concluded that in this regard there is a need for clear guidelines to assist agricultural research organisations to plan the deployment of their information portals. Currently, most organisations are using ad hoc approaches when developing their Web sites. The dissertation, furthermore, develops the definition of an agricultural information portal as a web-based application that is accessed via the intranet or extranet and provides a personalised and adaptive interface that enables agricultural researchers to discover, track, and interact with colleagues and other people, software applications, information resources, services and tools relevant to their research interests and work. Taking into account the major components and definition of an agricultural information portal, the study proposes guidelines for use in planning the deployment of portals in agricultural research organisations. The proposed guidelines are independent of specific portal design or development methodology, application domains, and techniques.
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- Authors: Chisenga, Justin
- Date: 2009-01-08T13:03:30Z
- Subjects: Agriculture research , Web portals , Intranets (Computer networks) , Extranets (Computer networks)
- Type: Thesis
- Identifier: http://ujcontent.uj.ac.za8080/10210/373305 , uj:14753 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/1833
- Description: D. Litt. et Phil. , Today, more and more organisations are adopting the use of the Internet and webbased technologies in the management of and provision of access to information and knowledge resources and services in digital formats. However, it appears that innovative use of the web is more pronounced in corporate organisations. For example, corporate organisations are using portals or sophisticated websites to conduct electronic commerce via the web and provide access to both internal and external information resources and services, accessed via the Internet, intranets, and extranets. The view of the researcher is that innovative use of the Internet and web-based technologies, such as portals, should not be the domain of the corporate world alone. The focus of this thesis is, therefore, to establish the potential application possibilities of portals in other types of organisations, especially agricultural research organisations in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region. The main research problem addressed in this thesis was What is the nature and application possibility of agricultural information portals in the provision of webbased, value-added information services for researchers? To address the above research problem, literature relating to the historical development of the Internet and the World Wide Web, intranet and extranet applications in organisations, as well as portals and their applications, was reviewed. In addition, a study was made of international trends regarding the provision of access to digital agricultural information resources and services via the web, and a questionnaire survey was conducted to establish whether it was necessary to use portals to provide access to digital-based agricultural information resources and services in agricultural research organisations in the SADC region. ii Resulting from the literature reviews, the study of websites of international agricultural organisations, and the survey on the need for portals in agricultural research organisations in the SADC region, the study established that: · There are several potential applications of portals in agricultural research organisations. This led to the definition of the nature and major components of the type of portal that could serve the needs of researchers in agricultural research organisations. · There is a need for portals in agricultural research organisations in the SADC region. The current use of the web in these organisations in the region is largely limited to the development of brochureware types of websites, providing access to information contained in the organisations’ brochures. Therefore, there is need to upgrade from basic Web sites to advanced sites or portals, and the study concluded that in this regard there is a need for clear guidelines to assist agricultural research organisations to plan the deployment of their information portals. Currently, most organisations are using ad hoc approaches when developing their Web sites. The dissertation, furthermore, develops the definition of an agricultural information portal as a web-based application that is accessed via the intranet or extranet and provides a personalised and adaptive interface that enables agricultural researchers to discover, track, and interact with colleagues and other people, software applications, information resources, services and tools relevant to their research interests and work. Taking into account the major components and definition of an agricultural information portal, the study proposes guidelines for use in planning the deployment of portals in agricultural research organisations. The proposed guidelines are independent of specific portal design or development methodology, application domains, and techniques.
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Knowledge sharing via enterprise intranets
- Authors: Van der Walt, Celeste
- Date: 2008-07-23T11:04:25Z
- Subjects: Intranets (Computer networks) , Knowledge management , Corporate culture
- Type: Thesis
- Identifier: uj:7399 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/820
- Description: Successful enterprises are those that consistently create new knowledge, disseminate it widely throughout the enterprise and quickly embed it in new technologies and products. These ‘knowledge-creating’ enterprises understand what knowledge is and what they should do to exploit it. In other words, they successfully manage and share their knowledge throughout their enterprise. When launching a knowledge management initiative, it is important to identify which knowledge management processes are most relevant to the enterprise’s environment and systems, and steps should be taken to support these activities and integrate them into daily operations. Broader elements and issues should also be identified and recognised for the influence they have on the knowledge management process. For example that enterprises should encourage individuals to interact, to work together on projects, or to share their ideas on an informal basis and systems are needed to codify the knowledge of individuals so that others can use it. Applying these elements involves: information technology; formal and informal structures; and specific knowledge management tools. Another important factor in the success of a knowledge management project is to ground knowledge management and knowledge sharing within the context of the enterprise’s business strategy seeing that the intranet can assist in the creation of economic value and competitive advantage for the enterprise. The knowledge sharing or knowledge contribution part of the knowledge management process seems to be the most difficult for enterprises. Knowledge sharing often takes place in enterprises via employees’ informal networks. Knowledge management could turn this informal, ad hoc process into a more systematic process. Creating a corporate culture where knowledge is valued and shared effectively is a challenge. Part of the solution could be for an enterprise to be aware of their specific corporate culture and how it influences their behaviour and attitude towards knowledge sharing. Because the employee’s behaviour determines the sharing of knowledge, leadership has an important role to play and they could use various motivational practices to encourage knowledge sharing. Leadership should commit to creating an environment, within which employees are able to share, assess and experiment with new knowledge gained. The corporate intranet could be used as such an environment, but employees need to be trained to use their knowledge management IT tools, making it as easy as possible for employees to contribute to the enterprise knowledge base. Effective intranet usage should be embedded in the enterprise’s general corporate and knowledge sharing culture. The intranet should be seen as an essential part of the enterprise’s knowledge management system and should be designed to suit and enhance the enterprise knowledge sharing activities and culture. It is also important that intranets should be evaluated regularly to determine its current contribution to as well as future potential of the knowledge sharing capability of the enterprise. The importance of evaluating and measuring the enterprise intranet and various measurement tools were discussed in depth, which consequently led to the formulation of an intranet evaluation tool in the form of a questionnaire. The prototype questionnaire was compiled by using measurement tools developed previously. The questionnaire brought together the concepts of knowledge management, knowledge sharing cultures and intranet functionalities. The evaluation tool was then applied to measure the effectiveness of a management consulting business’s intranet in enhancing the enterprise’s knowledge sharing culture. Recommendations were made to enterprises use the questionnaire when using the questionnaire in similar environments. An intranet represents a tool of potentially high value to any enterprise, but in order to realise this value, the intranets should be properly measured and managed and every employee needs to take ownership and buy into the concept of the intranet as a knowledge sharing enabler. This calls for an employee to be motivated to participate in knowledge sharing, so that they can experience the value they could add and receive by using the intranet for knowledge sharing activities. , Prof. P.A. van Brakel Mnr. J.A. Kok
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- Authors: Van der Walt, Celeste
- Date: 2008-07-23T11:04:25Z
- Subjects: Intranets (Computer networks) , Knowledge management , Corporate culture
- Type: Thesis
- Identifier: uj:7399 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/820
- Description: Successful enterprises are those that consistently create new knowledge, disseminate it widely throughout the enterprise and quickly embed it in new technologies and products. These ‘knowledge-creating’ enterprises understand what knowledge is and what they should do to exploit it. In other words, they successfully manage and share their knowledge throughout their enterprise. When launching a knowledge management initiative, it is important to identify which knowledge management processes are most relevant to the enterprise’s environment and systems, and steps should be taken to support these activities and integrate them into daily operations. Broader elements and issues should also be identified and recognised for the influence they have on the knowledge management process. For example that enterprises should encourage individuals to interact, to work together on projects, or to share their ideas on an informal basis and systems are needed to codify the knowledge of individuals so that others can use it. Applying these elements involves: information technology; formal and informal structures; and specific knowledge management tools. Another important factor in the success of a knowledge management project is to ground knowledge management and knowledge sharing within the context of the enterprise’s business strategy seeing that the intranet can assist in the creation of economic value and competitive advantage for the enterprise. The knowledge sharing or knowledge contribution part of the knowledge management process seems to be the most difficult for enterprises. Knowledge sharing often takes place in enterprises via employees’ informal networks. Knowledge management could turn this informal, ad hoc process into a more systematic process. Creating a corporate culture where knowledge is valued and shared effectively is a challenge. Part of the solution could be for an enterprise to be aware of their specific corporate culture and how it influences their behaviour and attitude towards knowledge sharing. Because the employee’s behaviour determines the sharing of knowledge, leadership has an important role to play and they could use various motivational practices to encourage knowledge sharing. Leadership should commit to creating an environment, within which employees are able to share, assess and experiment with new knowledge gained. The corporate intranet could be used as such an environment, but employees need to be trained to use their knowledge management IT tools, making it as easy as possible for employees to contribute to the enterprise knowledge base. Effective intranet usage should be embedded in the enterprise’s general corporate and knowledge sharing culture. The intranet should be seen as an essential part of the enterprise’s knowledge management system and should be designed to suit and enhance the enterprise knowledge sharing activities and culture. It is also important that intranets should be evaluated regularly to determine its current contribution to as well as future potential of the knowledge sharing capability of the enterprise. The importance of evaluating and measuring the enterprise intranet and various measurement tools were discussed in depth, which consequently led to the formulation of an intranet evaluation tool in the form of a questionnaire. The prototype questionnaire was compiled by using measurement tools developed previously. The questionnaire brought together the concepts of knowledge management, knowledge sharing cultures and intranet functionalities. The evaluation tool was then applied to measure the effectiveness of a management consulting business’s intranet in enhancing the enterprise’s knowledge sharing culture. Recommendations were made to enterprises use the questionnaire when using the questionnaire in similar environments. An intranet represents a tool of potentially high value to any enterprise, but in order to realise this value, the intranets should be properly measured and managed and every employee needs to take ownership and buy into the concept of the intranet as a knowledge sharing enabler. This calls for an employee to be motivated to participate in knowledge sharing, so that they can experience the value they could add and receive by using the intranet for knowledge sharing activities. , Prof. P.A. van Brakel Mnr. J.A. Kok
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Distributed image processing in an intranet environment
- Authors: Van den Berg, Pierre
- Date: 2012-08-28
- Subjects: Image processing , Computer vision , Computer networks , Intranets (Computer networks)
- Type: Thesis
- Identifier: uj:3342 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/6742
- Description: M.Sc. , Image Processing/Computer Vision and Computer Networks (in particular Intranets) may seem to have very little in common if one only looks at these fields of study superficially. In this dissertation we will look at some fundamentals and characteristics of Image Processing and examine them to see where the problem areas lie, focusing on the problem of computational requirements. We will also examine the fundamental characteristics of Computer Networks and Distributed Processing, looking for areas where we can potentially find a synergy with computational problems inherent in Computer Vision/Image Processing. To accomplish the goals stated above, the dissertation is divided into three parts. The first part examines Computer Vision and Image Processing and is followed by a section examining Distributed Computing models and Computer Networks. The final part is dedicated to suggesting a model to solve the problem of computational load associated with Image Processing. The aim of the model is to take advantage of and use the latent processing power available in an Intranet environment by distributing the processing among the machines on the network. The model is also intended to be flexible and to minimize the network load incurred by distributing the processing. In order to do so, the model is split into units that deliver specialized functionality in order to keep the components small and also to incur the minimum load on a specific machine.
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- Authors: Van den Berg, Pierre
- Date: 2012-08-28
- Subjects: Image processing , Computer vision , Computer networks , Intranets (Computer networks)
- Type: Thesis
- Identifier: uj:3342 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/6742
- Description: M.Sc. , Image Processing/Computer Vision and Computer Networks (in particular Intranets) may seem to have very little in common if one only looks at these fields of study superficially. In this dissertation we will look at some fundamentals and characteristics of Image Processing and examine them to see where the problem areas lie, focusing on the problem of computational requirements. We will also examine the fundamental characteristics of Computer Networks and Distributed Processing, looking for areas where we can potentially find a synergy with computational problems inherent in Computer Vision/Image Processing. To accomplish the goals stated above, the dissertation is divided into three parts. The first part examines Computer Vision and Image Processing and is followed by a section examining Distributed Computing models and Computer Networks. The final part is dedicated to suggesting a model to solve the problem of computational load associated with Image Processing. The aim of the model is to take advantage of and use the latent processing power available in an Intranet environment by distributing the processing among the machines on the network. The model is also intended to be flexible and to minimize the network load incurred by distributing the processing. In order to do so, the model is split into units that deliver specialized functionality in order to keep the components small and also to incur the minimum load on a specific machine.
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Artificial intelligence and knowledge management principles in secure corporate intranets
- Authors: Barry, Christopher
- Date: 2010-02-23T10:25:43Z
- Subjects: Artificial intelligence , Knowledge management , Intranets (Computer networks) , Computer networks security measures
- Type: Thesis
- Identifier: uj:6634 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/3035
- Description: M.Sc. (Computer Science) , Corporations throughout the world are facing numerous challenges in today’s competitive marketplace and are continuously looking for new and innovative means and methods of gaining competitive advantage. One of the means used to gain this advantage is that of information technology, and all the associated technologies and principles. These are primarily used to facilitate business processes and procedures that are designed to provide this competitive advantage. Significant attention has been given to each of the individual technologies and principles of Artificial Intelligence, Knowledge Management, Information Security, and Intranets and how they can be leveraged in order to improve efficiency and functionality within a corporation. However, in order to truly reap the benefits of these technologies and principles, it is necessary to look at them as a collaborative system, rather as individual components. This dissertation therefore investigates each of these individual technologies and principles in isolation, as well as in combination with each other to outline potential advantages, associated risks, and disadvantages when combining them within the corporate world. Based on these, the Intelligently Generated Knowledge (IGK) framework is outlined to implement such a collaborative system. Thereafter, an investigation of a theoretical situation is conducted based on this framework to examine the impact of the implementation of this type of collaborative system. The potential increase in cost savings, efficiency and functionality of corporations that would employ the IGK framework is clearly outlined in the theoretical example, and should this approach be adopted, it would be able to provide significant competitive advantage for any corporation.
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- Authors: Barry, Christopher
- Date: 2010-02-23T10:25:43Z
- Subjects: Artificial intelligence , Knowledge management , Intranets (Computer networks) , Computer networks security measures
- Type: Thesis
- Identifier: uj:6634 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/3035
- Description: M.Sc. (Computer Science) , Corporations throughout the world are facing numerous challenges in today’s competitive marketplace and are continuously looking for new and innovative means and methods of gaining competitive advantage. One of the means used to gain this advantage is that of information technology, and all the associated technologies and principles. These are primarily used to facilitate business processes and procedures that are designed to provide this competitive advantage. Significant attention has been given to each of the individual technologies and principles of Artificial Intelligence, Knowledge Management, Information Security, and Intranets and how they can be leveraged in order to improve efficiency and functionality within a corporation. However, in order to truly reap the benefits of these technologies and principles, it is necessary to look at them as a collaborative system, rather as individual components. This dissertation therefore investigates each of these individual technologies and principles in isolation, as well as in combination with each other to outline potential advantages, associated risks, and disadvantages when combining them within the corporate world. Based on these, the Intelligently Generated Knowledge (IGK) framework is outlined to implement such a collaborative system. Thereafter, an investigation of a theoretical situation is conducted based on this framework to examine the impact of the implementation of this type of collaborative system. The potential increase in cost savings, efficiency and functionality of corporations that would employ the IGK framework is clearly outlined in the theoretical example, and should this approach be adopted, it would be able to provide significant competitive advantage for any corporation.
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Internal control with specific reference to the intranet
- Authors: Van Jaarsveld, J.I.
- Date: 2014-02-10
- Subjects: Intranets (Computer networks) , Intranets (Computer networks) - Auditing , Intranets (Computer networks) - Security measures
- Type: Thesis
- Identifier: uj:3747 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/9125
- Description: M.Com. (Computer Auditing) , Intranets and related technology, can be used to solve many problems in the local computing environment. But the use of the Intranet and the related technology also raises several control concerns. Because of the increased use of Intranets within the business environment, the internal control related to the Intranet has become an issue that needs to be addressed by management and the auditor. Computerization in the accounting environment has made it virtually impossible to audit around the computer. It is therefore essential that the auditor, and more specifically the computer auditor, should assess the influence of the Intranet on the audit objectives. The objective of this short dissertation is to evaluate the influence of Intranet technology on the audit objectives (within the Intranet's different spheres of application) in terms of the risks posed for the auditor and management. It was also aimed at identifying the security risks in relationship with the audit objectives...
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- Authors: Van Jaarsveld, J.I.
- Date: 2014-02-10
- Subjects: Intranets (Computer networks) , Intranets (Computer networks) - Auditing , Intranets (Computer networks) - Security measures
- Type: Thesis
- Identifier: uj:3747 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/9125
- Description: M.Com. (Computer Auditing) , Intranets and related technology, can be used to solve many problems in the local computing environment. But the use of the Intranet and the related technology also raises several control concerns. Because of the increased use of Intranets within the business environment, the internal control related to the Intranet has become an issue that needs to be addressed by management and the auditor. Computerization in the accounting environment has made it virtually impossible to audit around the computer. It is therefore essential that the auditor, and more specifically the computer auditor, should assess the influence of the Intranet on the audit objectives. The objective of this short dissertation is to evaluate the influence of Intranet technology on the audit objectives (within the Intranet's different spheres of application) in terms of the risks posed for the auditor and management. It was also aimed at identifying the security risks in relationship with the audit objectives...
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Business strategy for the application of internet and intranet technology in Eskom
- Authors: Moodley, Raj
- Date: 2014-07-23
- Subjects: Business enterprises - Computer networks , Internet , Intranets (Computer networks) , Eskom (Firm)
- Type: Thesis
- Identifier: uj:11744 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/11470
- Description: M.B.A. , Eskom, South Africa's electricity utility, is the electricity supplier for South Africa. It has 20 power stations with a nominal capacity of 39 154 megawatts. Eskom is among the top five electricity utilities in the world in terms of size and sales and strives to remain one of the lowest-cost producers of electricity in the world. Eskom supplies 98% of the country's electricity requirements, which amounts to more than half of the electricity generated on the African continent. Eskom supports the development of a Southern African transmission grod to encourage cooperation and accelerate economic growth in the region. Eskom support employment equity and encourages employees to develop to their full potential through training. Eskom sees itself as a respected corporate citizen and is working towards environmental sustainability and socio-economic improvement (Eskom report, 1997). The growth of Internet technologies (and within Eskom the Intranet) has been phenomenal. On 23 July 1998, after extensive consultation and compilation, an Eskom Internet / Intranet strategy was approved. The strategy defines the way in which Eskom will employ this technology to support their business, to ensure synergy in organisational efforts. This chapter gives an overview of the strategy (Eskom Report, 1997). The strategy positions Eskom to be able to derive significant business benefit. from the technology, and ensures we will not be "left behind" by our competitors and customers, but ensures that our use of the technology and the resulting costs can be properly managed. It accommodates the different cultures in the business groups, from progressive through conservative, in terms of the deployment of the technology ...
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- Authors: Moodley, Raj
- Date: 2014-07-23
- Subjects: Business enterprises - Computer networks , Internet , Intranets (Computer networks) , Eskom (Firm)
- Type: Thesis
- Identifier: uj:11744 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/11470
- Description: M.B.A. , Eskom, South Africa's electricity utility, is the electricity supplier for South Africa. It has 20 power stations with a nominal capacity of 39 154 megawatts. Eskom is among the top five electricity utilities in the world in terms of size and sales and strives to remain one of the lowest-cost producers of electricity in the world. Eskom supplies 98% of the country's electricity requirements, which amounts to more than half of the electricity generated on the African continent. Eskom supports the development of a Southern African transmission grod to encourage cooperation and accelerate economic growth in the region. Eskom support employment equity and encourages employees to develop to their full potential through training. Eskom sees itself as a respected corporate citizen and is working towards environmental sustainability and socio-economic improvement (Eskom report, 1997). The growth of Internet technologies (and within Eskom the Intranet) has been phenomenal. On 23 July 1998, after extensive consultation and compilation, an Eskom Internet / Intranet strategy was approved. The strategy defines the way in which Eskom will employ this technology to support their business, to ensure synergy in organisational efforts. This chapter gives an overview of the strategy (Eskom Report, 1997). The strategy positions Eskom to be able to derive significant business benefit. from the technology, and ensures we will not be "left behind" by our competitors and customers, but ensures that our use of the technology and the resulting costs can be properly managed. It accommodates the different cultures in the business groups, from progressive through conservative, in terms of the deployment of the technology ...
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The internet as a strategic business management tool
- Authors: Van As, Benjamin Daniel
- Date: 2012-08-14
- Subjects: Business enterprises - Computer networks , Intranets (Computer networks) , Extranets (Computer networks) , Local area networks (Computer networks) , Wide area networks (Computer networks)
- Type: Thesis
- Identifier: uj:9213 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/5662
- Description: M.Comm. , This study was conducted with the intent of understanding and evaluating the commercial use and possibilities that the Internet offers, as well as the strategic approach businesses should take when commencing with electronic commerce on the Internet. The potential value of Intranets and Extranets has also been examined briefly. The Internet is a very useful mechanism for marketing as well as sales of products or services on a domestic or international basis. Various other commercial possibilities and uses exist for the Internet, as well as for its derivatives — the Intranet and Extranet. In the fiercely competitive market of today, companies research, develop and invest resources in various methods and tools in the hope to gain competitive advantage over their rivals. The Internet, Intranet and Extranet, used in isolation or conjunction, pose an extremely attractive alternative to gaining competitive advantage in a specific sector or market niche.The success of the Internet as a business tool depends directly on the overall business strategy that is driving the approach. For optimum success the main business strategy must be aligned with the Information Technology Strategy, and especially include thorough consideration as well as planning when implementing the Internet or one of its derivatives as a business tool.
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- Authors: Van As, Benjamin Daniel
- Date: 2012-08-14
- Subjects: Business enterprises - Computer networks , Intranets (Computer networks) , Extranets (Computer networks) , Local area networks (Computer networks) , Wide area networks (Computer networks)
- Type: Thesis
- Identifier: uj:9213 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/5662
- Description: M.Comm. , This study was conducted with the intent of understanding and evaluating the commercial use and possibilities that the Internet offers, as well as the strategic approach businesses should take when commencing with electronic commerce on the Internet. The potential value of Intranets and Extranets has also been examined briefly. The Internet is a very useful mechanism for marketing as well as sales of products or services on a domestic or international basis. Various other commercial possibilities and uses exist for the Internet, as well as for its derivatives — the Intranet and Extranet. In the fiercely competitive market of today, companies research, develop and invest resources in various methods and tools in the hope to gain competitive advantage over their rivals. The Internet, Intranet and Extranet, used in isolation or conjunction, pose an extremely attractive alternative to gaining competitive advantage in a specific sector or market niche.The success of the Internet as a business tool depends directly on the overall business strategy that is driving the approach. For optimum success the main business strategy must be aligned with the Information Technology Strategy, and especially include thorough consideration as well as planning when implementing the Internet or one of its derivatives as a business tool.
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