Abstract
This paper discusses the four core IT applications through an article on the subject, written by Mahmoud and Rice (1998). According to this paper, the authors take note of a number of applications in the connection between the administrative and the clinical area, suggest how important IT systems can be to improve the delivery of service to the patient, and then consider how widely such systems have been implemented today.

From the Paper
"In healthcare institutions, there are four core IT applications: finance, clinical, outcome management, or human resources. In terms of the outcome management, a report by Mahmoud and Rice (1998) takes note of a number of applications in the connection between the administrative and the clinical area and suggest how important IT systems can be to improve the delivery of service to the patient. The authors note that IT can improve health care service delivery and that IT has a particular role in quality improvement. The authors want to conceptualize the way IT contributes to quality improvement and do so in terms of information usage, classifying information by healthcare institution processes and quality improvement stages. The diagnostic and treatment process is one of the two important processes the authors see at hospitals, and information is used in the process stage and in the outcome stage."

Tags:core, it, applications

Abstract
This paper evaluates Web 2.0 from an information technology standpoint, with an emphasis on social networking. The paper discusses the use of Internet-based collaborative technologies and platforms and how they enable more efficiency in terms of how companies operate. This aspect of Web 2.0 is further described as showing potential for streamlining complex business processes in companies and organizations globally. Charts are included to give a graphic comparison of the various applications of Web 2.0. The paper also lists the pros and cons of various social networking applications, analyzes and evaluates customer response using Web 2.0 technologies, and looks at ethical issues in social networking. The paper concludes by stating that 2.0 technologies arrived at just the right time, since they are enabling greater global communications when budgets and travel costs are being slashed.

Outline:

Executive Summary
Assessing the Impact of Web 2.0's Technological Innovation
Benefits and Limitations of Web 2.0 Technologies
Pros and Cons of these Blogs and Wikis
Blogs
Wikis
Integrating User-Generated Content into Web 2.0 Applications
Predicting the Impact of Web 2.0 Technologies in Organizations
Ethical Issues of Social Networking
Conclusion

From the Paper
"When Web 2.0 is evaluated from an Information Technologies (IT) standpoint, the social networking applications build on this platform of technologies exemplifies the capabilities of the Internet's development, collaboration and publishing technologies. This area of using Internet-based collaborative technologies and platforms to enable more efficiency in terms of how companies operate has been terms Enterprise 2.0 (McAfee, 2006). This aspects of Web 2.0 shows unique potential for the streamlining complex business processes in companies and organizations globally. Research in the area of Enterprise 2.0 is focusing on how economies of scale can be created in addition to the Network Effect (Tellis, Yin, Niraj, 2009) where the majority of people in an organization have access to social networking applications, thereby increasing the velocity of information sharing and therefore making the organization more efficient over time."

Tags:social networking, Enterprise Content Management, Enterprise 2.0

Abstract
The paper outlines the background and inception of 'artificial intelligence' and explores its potential applications. The paper discusses how robots could perform the mundane processes that are repetitive in nature and that require little in the way of cognition. The paper explains how this would free up human intelligence to focus on more critical aspects of service provision in their specific field.

Outline:
Introduction
Conception of Non-Biological Intelligent Machine
Graphical Methods for Representing Conceptual Systems
Emotional Mechanism and Episodic Learning in a Cognitive Agent
Applications of AI
Reality of Robotic Programming- Real Life Applications and Use
Summary and Conclusion

From the Paper
"The possibilities presented by today's robotic designs and applications are endless it is certain. For example in the health care field there is an incredible shortage of qualified professional nursing staff however, should a robot be successfully designed with the capacity of remembering details of conversations with patients and with the coordination and intelligence, although 'artificial intelligence' that allows for distributing medications and other various treatment regimens then the solution of the nursing crisis might well be just around the very next corner in the chronology of nursing and health care provision. The truth is that the mundane and simplistic tasks that robots could be programmed to perform would free up the human intelligence and enable a more effective and efficient process no matter what the field of study."

Tags:robots, cognition, mind, nursing

Abstract
The paper explores the principles of relationship marketing and how relationship marketing is utilized in the marketplace. The paper discusses the tendency to rely on customer relationship management (CRM)solutions to implement relationship marketing techniques. Finally, the paper shows how customer relationship management is the most optimum marketing strategy in the global environment and one which must be incorporated into corporate level business strategy at the highest levels.

Outline:
Abstract
Introduction
A Retail Banking Model
CRM in E-Commerce Applications
New Paradigms
RM Driven Applications
Summary and Conclusion

From the Paper
"Relationship marketing is an innovative new approach to marketing that, while having certain developmental relationships with older marketing disciplines, such as direct marketing, takes a long-term view of customer management. In this regard, relationship marketing is intricately related to a customer's product or service life cycles (McKenna, 1991, p.82). Marketing in today's highly fractured media environment where gaining access to audiences takes a far more selective effort than in the past requires ever more attention and even investment in customer products and services."

Tags:technology, strategy, customers, consumers, products, services

Abstract
This paper presents a scientific description of nanotechnology and a review of its current applications. More specifically, the paper examines applications of nanotechnology in the automobile manufacturing industry and associated industries, discussing the advantages of the technology as well as its uses and potential uses.

From the Paper
"This research examines the uses and potential uses of nanotechnology in the automobile manufacturing industry. The examination includes a background review of nanotechnology and its emergence. The examination of the use of nanotechnology in the automobile manufacturing industry also covers applications by suppliers' companies in the broader automotive manufacturing sector. Nanotechnology is at the point of convergence of chemistry and physics which together produce more complex molecular structures and electronics with a focus on the..."

Tags:Nanotechnology, Automotive, Industry

Abstract
The risk assessment process is becoming increasingly important, but it has assumed enormously complex dimensions at the same time. Risk assessment has reached a new level of importance in the Information Age. The growth of sophisticated networked information systems and distributed computing has created a potentially dangerous environment for private and public organizations. This paper examines these issues and provides an analysis of popular risk assessment applications. An original comparison table is provided.

Chapter One: Introduction
Statement of Hypothesis, Research Problem, or Statement of the Purpose
Outline of Thesis/Project
Chapter Two: Methodology/Layout or Reason
Chapter Three: Literature Review
Industrial Settings and Software
Business Credit Settings and Software
Primary Software
Secondary Software
Risk Assessment Software for Credit Applications
Accounts Receivable Processing (ARP) Company
Advisa, Inc.
C/LECT Consulting, Inc.
Competix
Credit & Management Systems, Inc.
Dun & Bradstreet
eCredible, Ltd.
eCredit.com
Experian
GETPAID Corporation
I-many, Inc. (formerly ChiCor, Inc.)
Magnum Communications, Ltd.
9ci, Inc.
NMC Technologies, Inc.
Risk Assessment in Financial Institutions
Selected Banking Risk Management Software
Chapter Four: Pros and Cons
Chapter Five: Findings
Establish the Context
Identify Situations that Have Risk Implications
Analyze and Assess Risk
Design Response Strategies
Implement and Integrate
Measure, Monitor and Report
Chapter Six: Conclusion and Recommendations
Works Cited

From the Paper
"Risk assessment has reached a new level of importance in the Information Age. The growth of sophisticated networked information systems and distributed computing has created a potentially dangerous environment for private and public organizations. "Critical data -- such as from trade secrets, proprietary information, troop movements, sensitive medical records and financial transactions -- flows through these systems"(Hammond 1999:69). Consequently, organizations are becoming increasingly concerned with potential exposure and are looking for ways to evaluate their organization's security profile today. Risk assessment software applications systems allow researchers, managers and others to perform "what if" analysis of the value of their information and various threats and vulnerabilities. For instance, risk assessment software systems such as NetSolar by Cisco, use both passive analysis and active probing methods to identify security vulnerabilities, which may increase the efficiency of vulnerability identification and reduce false-positive results. Hamilton reports that these technical assessments can differentiate between infrastructure devices (routers, switches, or firewalls) and host devices (user workstations or servers such as e-mail servers and Web servers). "Technical vulnerability tools can find vulnerabilities in network TCP/IP hosts, UNIX hosts, Windows NT hosts, Web servers, mail servers, FTP servers, firewalls, routers and switches" (Hamilton 1999:69)."

Tags:computer, cybercrime, platform, router, security, server, unix

Abstract
This work reviews the "retina biometric technological application" in relation to the practical use of this application as well as the drawbacks, failures and successes that have been experienced with this technological security application. The paper explains that retinal scanning has been called the most precise biometric technology available today. The paper describes the positive and negative effects of using retinal scanning for security purposes. The author describes how it is possible that retinal scanning could be abused in future applications, creating a real invasion of privacy.

From the Paper
"In the high-tech world of today, security systems are prevalent in both the public eye and in the view of the individual who seeks to protect their property and family. The equipment utilized is stated to be "electronic, optical and acoustic security, detection, monitoring and surveillance systems" (Market Research Report, Business Communications Co. 2002) Further, all of these technological advances in security are used for the purpose of protecting" persons, organizations and companies, commercial and social operations, civil and military installations both at national and international levels....[ranging from] "the personalized security systems of a home to large-scale systems for the protection of crucial national installations." Included in these systems are closed-circuit television cameras which comprise the omnipresent all-seeing eyes throughout the cities and in railway and subway stations. The constant recording and transmission of these hidden cameras informs law enforcement and security personnel of any impending threats."

Tags:biometric, reader, security, privacy, retina

Abstract
In this article, the writer analyzes the basis for genre standardizations that would include both a normative approach and adaptive approach in educational research and application. The writer notes that by realizing the importance of normative genres in language studies, students can better understand how to categorize various issues in writing. However, the writer maintains that these normative standards cannot be so heavily relied upon that they deny new genres of significant importance. In essence, the writer argues that a balanced approach to normative and adaptive genre applications must be adhered to in an effective writing criterion for modern educational perspectives.

From the Paper
"Critics of normative genre approaches in writing provide important arguments that explain why genre studies norms must be provide a form of standardization that must be adhered to. The premise of normative standards is only providing an outline for the growingly diverse set of genre studies that have arisen in the new globalized community. Many more cultural norms and values are being expressed, which reestablish the normative ways in which people think and write. However, the premise of normative genre values is essential for various cultures to establish their cultural identity, which provides the foundation in which to understand other cultures and genre-based evaluations. This perspective is helping teachers to understand the complexities of genre studies. Devitt defines this critical stance in educational standards that is important to realizing why genre categorizations can be dangerous to effective critical thinking, yet they are needed to establish a basis for localized identity issues for the educational scholar.."

Tags:standardization, values, norms, evaluations

Abstract
The paper provides an overview of a number of information technology applications, including transaction processing systems, knowledge management systems, expert system and artificial intelligence, enterprise resource planning systems and e-commerce systems.

Outline:
Objective
Transaction Processing Systems
Knowledge Management Systems
Expert System and Artificial Intelligence
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems
E-commerce Systems

From the Paper
"The E-commerce system is a system that enables the acceptance of electronic payment for transactions that are made online. The most common form of payments for e-commerce transactions is the credit card. Electronic bill presentment and payment is a somewhat new technique that enables consumers to view and pay their bills electronically. Financial cyber-mediaires include transactions such as C2C, C2B and/or B2B and include companies such as PayPal which is service that can be utilized by individuals or businesses with an email address and that enables the individual to send money via email to any email address in approximately 45 countries."

Tags:transaction, processing, knowledge, management, artificial, intelligence, enterprise, resource, planning, e-commerce

Abstract
This paper provides an overview of current e-business theories and develops a basis for determining potential applications of e-business in real world settings. The paper provides a critical review of the relevant peer-reviewed and scholarly literature, combined with case studies of companies that have benefited from e-business initiatives. The paper concludes with a recapitulation of recent e-business journal articles and their findings, followed by a summary of the research, conclusions, and recommendations.

Outline:
Introduction
Review of Related Literature
Methodology
Data Analysis
Summary and Conclusions

From the Paper
" For many companies today, establishing a presence online has become part and parcel of doing business; however, e-business opportunities and initiatives are frequently regarded as being both risky and challenging, particularly for bricks-and-mortar companies confronting new challenges such as a lack of e-business skills, resistance to process redesign, and the ambiguity associated with changing the information technology (IT) infrastructure of the company (Daghfous and Al-Nahas, 2006). In this regard, Jackson, Harris and Eckersley (2003) emphasize that, "As managers increasingly recognize, the Electronic Age calls into question many established 'good' business practices while also creating new challenges and dilemmas" (p. 4). Likewise, Galagan (2001) cautions, "In such a fast-moving competitive market, there are many ways for companies to take a wrong turn. Bad business models, narrow market niches, low margins, premature entry into a market, and going with the wrong technology have finished off many companies and made others targets for acquisition" (p. 33). In this environment, identifying relevant current e-business theories, real-word applications and the potential for future applications represents a timely endeavor."

Tags:e-business, information, technology, company, electronic