| Barely are any of the problems encountered in the day-to-day use of a computer or network the fault of the hardware. The glitches, stops, starts, and crashes are the result of bad software ?programs that are too complex, poorly written, crammed with too many features, or that conflict with other programs. |
| In the ‘90s, businesses became increasingly aware of the ecological component of business strategy. Many began to look beyond the simplistic view of raw competition to embrace the concept of “economic symbiosis.” In the process, complexity and speed of change redefined business alliances. The Internet, ERP, and other tools have made the “extended enterprise” a reality, and leading-edge firms began to encourage mutualism. |