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  • Technology Trends - SPC-1 Storage Performance Benchmark (July 2002)

    SPC-1 Storage Performance Benchmark (July 2002)

    In 2001 the Storage Performance Council (SPC) announced SPC-1, the first industry-standard benchmark for enterprise storage systems. This benchmark specification is designed to give users a clearly applicable, vendor-neutral process to accurately compare and configure direct attach or network storage technology.

    June, 2002

  • Technology Trends - Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) Update (June 2002)

    Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) Update (June 2002)

    Sometimes referred to as cell relay, ATM uses short, fixed-length packets called cells for transport. Information is divided among these cells, transmitted, and then reassembled at their final destination. ATM consists of a series of layers.

    June, 2002

  • IT Best Practices - What Causes Price Differences in E-Commerce? (June 2002)

    What Causes Price Differences in E-Commerce? (June 2002)

    The causes for differing prices in e-commerce that last over long time periods provide important information regarding competition in these markets.  Just as few passengers on the same airline flight pay the same fare, online buyers often pay significantly differing amounts for the same merchandise.   Studies of persistent price differences between Internet merchants and prices that different buyers are willing to pay offer insights into how websites should be designed, what products should be sold online, and the importance of being recognized as a trusted seller.

    June, 2002

  • IT Best Practices - Consumer Concerns About Credit Card Numbers (June 2002)

    Consumer Concerns About Credit Card Numbers (June 2002)

    Americans are very concerned about someone obtaining their credit, debit, or check card numbers, and with good reason. According to a recent Paymentech survey of 800 adults, almost half the population is more concerned about someone obtaining their credit, check, or debit numbers than about losing their car keys, checkbook, appointment book, cell phone, or even having someone hack into their computer files. Yet 35% of those polled said they are just a little or not at all concerned that many receipts expose entire account numbers and expiration dates.

    June, 2002

  • Technology Trends - June 2002 Web Bites (June 2002)

    June 2002 Web Bites (June 2002)

    A recent study by Vividence Corporation reveals that exposure to effective pharmaceutical websites increases consumers' likelihood to request specific prescription drugs from their doctors by 89%.

    June, 2002

  • IT Spending Benchmarks - The Impact of Organization Revenue Levels on 2002 IS Budgets (June 2002)

    The Impact of Organization Revenue Levels on 2002 IS Budgets (June 2002)

    One of the most interesting areas of analysis of IS budgets and technology trends has been how organization size (measured in either revenue or headcount) impacts spending and deployment patterns. Computer Economics has conducted an annual study of IS spending since 1990.

    June, 2002

  • Technology Trends - Instant Messaging Turns on Developers (June 2002)

    Instant Messaging Turns on Developers (June 2002)

    According to the new Evans Data Winter 2002 Wireless Developers Survey, messaging has overtaken email as the most popular application, with almost half of all wireless developers developing messaging applications. These messaging applications include Instant Messaging (IM), SMS, and Unified Messaging. The interviews with developers who are actively engaged in wireless applications also found that the pace of wireless development continues to accelerate. The percentage of respondents who will devote 50% or more of their time to wireless applications will increase from 19% to 24% since the last Evans survey six months ago.

    June, 2002

  • IT Best Practices - Information Security Abbreviations and Acronyms (June 2002)

    Information Security Abbreviations and Acronyms (June 2002)

    The following list shows commonly used information security abbreviations and acronyms. This list is helpful to IT managers who do not have an extensive background in information security.

    June, 2002

  • IT Best Practices - eBusiness Requires Security, Privacy, and Encryption (June 2002)

    eBusiness Requires Security, Privacy, and Encryption (June 2002)

    As technology expands, so do ways to abuse it. Not only do companies have to deal with a multitude of malicious Internet viruses, they must also deal with intellectual property (IP) and security issues. Particularly in light of recent events, businesses must be critically aware of the issues surrounding computer protection.

    June, 2002

  • Technology Trends - Linux Internationalization Initiative (June 2002)

    Linux Internationalization Initiative (June 2002)

    The Free Standards Group’s Linux Internationalization Initiative (Li18nux) launched the Asian Scripts Technology & Infrastructure (ASTI) project. ASTI, a joint project with the Research Institute for Languages and Cultures of Asia and Africa, Tokyo University of Foreign Study (ILCAA); and the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) will enable greater support and advanced functionality for Indic and Asian written languages.

    June, 2002

  • IT Best Practices - Socially Responsible IT Management

    Socially Responsible IT Management

    Addressing issues of social responsibility in information technology has been a long and complicated process. Since computers are an essential part of modern society, responsible organizations must take specific actions to mitigate, as much as possible, negative consequences for people, organizations, and the environment. This report outlines ten principles of socially responsible information technology management. The background of each principle is examined and supporting information as to the importance of the principle is provided, along with methods to analyze the economic benefits that can be gained by adhering to the principle. There are practical and actionable steps are in each chapter to help managers develop their own solutions. (87 pp., 11 charts.)

    June, 2002

  • IT Spending Benchmarks - Online Usage by Mothers (June 2002)

    Online Usage by Mothers (June 2002)

    The first Mom-Wired survey, an online survey of more than 8,000 American mothers conducted for America Online by Digital Marketing Services.

    June, 2002

  • Technology Trends - Cost Per Image of Digital Printers Varies With Purchase Method (June 2002)

    Cost Per Image of Digital Printers Varies With Purchase Method (June 2002)

    Networked digital printers can provide considerable convenience and versatility to meet an organization’s printing requirements. Selecting the printer that best meets these requirements can be a challenge in itself.

    June, 2002

  • IT Staffing - 2002 IS Staffing Mix - By Industry  (June 2002)

    2002 IS Staffing Mix – By Industry (June 2002)

    Most sectors have experienced shifts in their IS staffing mix in 2002 according to the 13th annual Information Systems and E-Business Spending study conducted by Computer Economics.

    June, 2002

  • Technology Trends - Household Spending for Wireless and Internet Connectivity Rises (June 2002)

    Household Spending for Wireless and Internet Connectivity Rises (June 2002)

    Despite a downturn in the overall economy in 2001, the average U.S. household increased its total telecommunications spending by 8%, according to a market information company, Taylor Nelson Sofres (TNS). Overall, expenditures for wireless and Internet increased significantly, up 16% and 20% in the fourth quarter of 2001, while toll and long distance services dropped sharply, down 13% and 15% respectively.

    June, 2002