This 12 page paper considers a case study supplied by the student. The first half of the paper examined what advantages and problems may be seen in the implementation of a new computer system. The second part of the paper looks at how Internet-based business models enhance the competitive position of firms. The bibliography cites 12 sources.
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and communication. The system is an end user system, called OA- 2000 and is costing Lidgate Management Consulting (LMC), ?1.2 million. When we look at technology such as this
there are many potential enhancements, some of which are more direct than others. One of the main features of the system will be the interconnectedness it will bring., Assuming
that the situation resolving the need for centralised software is resolved then we can argue that time that will be saved will be immense where communication is required. The increased
communication will also create savings as a result of the time and also in terms of the systems used. In addition to this there will be addition value to the
way information is stored and accessible. If we look a the issue of communication there are many way that the system will add value. In a direct manner
the most obvious will be a saving due to the reduction in time taken for proposals to be put together. Here there are teams that work together that are spread
over different offices. The reports have to go though different stages before they are ready for presentation to the client. Each of these stages involves sending the report between individuals,
taking up time, often this will also be between offices with a two day delay between each transfer. If we look at this the time saving may be seen as
very apparent, the files may be transferred immediately, this will reduce the time taken and as such solutions make be formulated and presented to clients more timely. This may also
increase business with faster solutions also reflecting the increased efficiently of the company. However, this also creates other value in the company. Here the reports may be transmitted on electronic