Groupware Workflow And Intranets

An introduction to collaboratives systems; Reengineering and process improvement using collaborative software; Groupware functions and applications; Workflow management systems; Intranet and internet based groupware and workflow; Selecting the right software; Process analysis and modeling; Designing collaborative applications; Implementation - development, delpoyment and human factors; Designing for the future; Further reading; Index.

This module explains the growing number of Application Servers and their variants (Mobile Application Servers, Commerce Servers, B2B Servers, Multimedia and Collaboration Servers). This is one module of an extensive handbook that systematically discusses how to translate e-business strategies to working solutions by using the latest distributed computing technologies. The focus of this module of the handbook is on application servers that package several middleware and infrastructure services into a platform for development, deployment, and management of modern applications. Chapters of this module explain the principles of application servers and systematically discuss a) Mobile Application Servers based on WAP, I-Mode, J2ME, and others; b) Commerce Servers based on e-payment systems, electronic catalogs, XML, secure C2B trade; c) B2B Servers based on ebXML, Web Services, workflows, EDI, EAI; d) Multimedia and Collaboration Servers based on groupware, SMIL and RTP; and e) "Super Application Servers" that combine numerous services needed for Web, mobile applications, and EC/EB applications on a single platform (IBM's WebSphere is an example). Chapters of the module also include several real life examples and case studies to highlight practical applications. Additional information and instructor material available from author website (www.amjadumar.com).

Groupware, workflow, Intranet, Extranet sont autant de mots barbares dont la signification est souvent floue et les domaines d'application mal définis. Cette imprécision n'est pas due à une défaillance de la terminologie, elle reflète simplement l'extraordinaire évolution des techniques de communication, de travail en équipe et d'accès au savoir, et l'étonnante prolifération de produits qui cherchent à couvrir ces nouveaux marchés. Cet ouvrage s'adresse à tous ceux qui s'intéressent à ces nouveaux espaces de travail électronique que sont le groupware, le workflow, la messagerie électronique, la rédaction coopérative et Internet. Il définit les concepts, précise la terminologie, apporte des méthodologies de mise en œuvre et explore leurs avantages stratégiques respectifs. De nombreux produits sont présentés, en particulier WebDeploy, de TDI, Inc., qui est un produit de workflow très original s'appuyant sur l'architecture du Web.

A detailed introduction to interdisciplinary application area of distributed systems, namely the computer support of individuals trying to solve a problem in cooperation with each other but not necessarily having identical work places or working times. The book is addressed to students of distributed systems, communications, information science and socio-organizational theory, as well as to users and developers of systems with group communication and cooperation as top priorities.

This volume constitutes the proceedings of the 9th International Workshop on Groupware (CRIWG 2003). The conference was held in the city of Autrans, on the spectacular Vercors plateau in the foothills of the French Alps. The or- nizing committee could not have thought of a better setting to inspire lively discussions and re?ection on open issues facing the ?eld of groupware. The CRIWG workshops have been motivated by advances in Computer- Supported Cooperative Work, and by the need for CSCW to meet the challenges of new application areas. With this ninth meeting, CRIWG aimed to provide a forum for academic researchers and professionals to exchange their experiences and ideas about problems and solutions related to the design, development, and use of groupware applications. The selection of papers followed a strict refereeing process by a renowned international committee. We received 84 contributions with ?rst authors from 21 di?erent countries, from which 30 papers were selected to be presented and published in this proceedings volume. The papers in these proceedings include 18longpaperspresentingmatureworkand12shortpapersdescribingpromising work in progress in the ?eld. We thank all members of the Program Committee for their valuable reviews of the papers. In addition, we were pleased to have as invited speaker Prof. Saul Greenberg from the University of Calgary in Canada, a renowned specialist in Groupware and HCI. An extended abstract of his lecture is included in these proceedings.

Groupware has become one of the key software technologies of the 1990s. As the benefits of computer mediated collaboration have become apparent, interest in groupware applications has grown substantially. Groupware '93, the second annual commercial groupware conference, reflects that success. This volume collects written versions of the conference presentation and panel sessions. Each chapter presents insights on the technology and commercial applications of this dynamic new software. This collection will be of interest to a wide range of computer professionals interested in the technical and commercial aspects of collaborative computing.

Supported by global case studies highlighting good practice, and from the results of a survey of Top UK Corporate Intranet developers and consultants, this book addresses practical business concerns and technical issues. It includes advice and commentary received first-hand from professionals experienced in their deployment, operational management and continuing development.

The advent of the World Wide Web has changed the perspectives of groupware systems. The interest and deployment of Internet and intranet groupware solutions is growing rapidly, not just in academic circles but also in the commercial arena. The first generation of Web-based groupware tools has already started to emerge, and leading groupware vendors are urgently adapting their products for compatibility and integration with Web technologies. The focus of Groupware and the World Wide Web is to explore the potential for Web-based groupware. This book includes an analysis of the key characteristics of the Web, presenting reasons for its success, and describes developments of a diverse range of Web-based groupware systems. An emphasis on the technical obstacles and challenges is implemented by more analytical discussions and perspectives, including that of Information Technology managers looking to deploy groupware solutions within their organizations. Written by experts from different backgrounds - academic and commercial, technical and organizational - this book provides a unique overview of and insight into current issues and future possibilities concerning extension of the World Wide Web for group working.