Brent A. Mai

Knowledge Management on the Web

Abstract Knowledge management is another valuable concept within the business world. The authors outline major Web resources for finding information on knowledge management as well as Web-based publications.

Internet Resources for Reference: International Trade.

The proliferation of international trade agreements serves as ample evidence of the importance of international trade in todays business environment. Countries and their companies have become more interrelated, and the opportunities for use of the Internet with its no-boundaries mindset have provided an excellent platform through which business information can be shared regardless of its original location. This article identifies a few of the thousands of Internet sites that can be helpful to the business reference librarian confronted with questions regarding international trade. The sites for the major trade agreements are listed along with a currency exchange calculator which can handle date-specific historical conversions

Internet Resources for Reference: General Business and Company Information.

It did not take long for the business world to notice the potential marketing opportunities provided by the Internet. The number of businesses providing information via the Internet and those actually doing business over the Internet continues to grow at an outstanding rate. The business reference librarian is then faced with the challenge of providing knowledgeable access to these businesses and their information. This article outlines a few of the thousands of sites which are helpful in obtaining general business information and company-specific information. Also included are a couple sites helpful for answering questions about agribusiness and the programs of the Small Business Administration

Internet Resources for Reference: Finance and Investment.

Abstract The proliferation of international trade agreements serves as ample evidence of the importance of international trade in todays business environment. Countries and their companies have become more interrelated, and the opportunities for use of the Internet with its “no-boundaries” mindset have provided an excellent platform through which business information can be shared regardless of its original location. This article identifies a few of the thousands of Internet sites that can be helpful to the business reference librarian confronted with questions regarding international trade. The sites for the major trade agreements are listed along with a currency exchange calculator which can handle date-specific historical conversions.