Instant messaging is a popular consumer tool that hasn't taken deep root in the enterprise. But some of the biggest technology players are working to change the landscape by pushing IM in the workplace.
Instant messaging use is growing in offices and homes around the world, and the big players are being told by a standards board to work together.
Microsoft's decision to make instant messenger, now called Windows Messenger -- an integral part of the Windows operating system --highlights one application of the highly-buzzed software: business adoption.
Yahoo has unveiled a version of its Messenger service designed to work with corporate portals and business applications.
Last week, Microsoft announced its plans for two new online services: Windows Live and Office Live. However, it is clear that Microsoft sees more work ahead as it tries to catch up with rivals offering free, ad-supported products. Chief Technical Officer Ray Ozzie, who is leading the services push, outlined the challenge in a memo he penned late last month.
Instant messaging is a popular consumer tool that hasn't taken deep root in the enterprise. But some of the biggest technology players are working to change the landscape by pushing IM in the workplace.
The ease and convenience of instant messaging has made it popular with users. But is instant messaging a curse or a boon for the office environment?
Instant messaging was brought into the corporate mainstream from the bottom of the ladder up, so are companies making a mistake if they send their own messages down the ladder?
Instant Messaging is a phenomenon which evolved from kids chatting to corporate execs dealing with members of the board. But where to now?
Instant messaging use is growing in offices and homes around the world, and the big players are being told by a standards board to work together.
Yahoo has unveiled a version of its Messenger service designed to work with corporate portals and business applications.
The ease and convenience of instant messaging has made it popular with users. But is instant messaging a curse or a boon for the office environment?
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