Describe the services provided by value-added networks that make it easier for companies to exchange EDI transactions with each other.
What are the pros and cons of using valueadded networks for B2B e-commerce? Why don't more companies use the Internet for EDI since it is much cheaper than using a valueadded network?
Assume that you work for a telecommunications company that operates a value-added network (AT&T or GXS). What sort of strategies would you encourage your company to explore to deal with the possibility of losing considerable amounts of revenues as your customers leave you in favor of using other Internet-based services?