Answers:
The six entities depicted in this are:
Knowledge and IT management
– It includes IT training and education, investment in capital knowledge,
e-training, e-learning, multimedia, cross-functional training, group wares.
E-commerce – It provides
access to alternative markets, networking opportunities, advancement in
technology, reduced costs, faster processes, open communication, CRM, e-work,
and the ability to compete in the international market.
Infrastructure – It deals with
Internet connectivity, IT investment, ERP, EDI, e-commerce platform, XML, MAN,
WAN, LAN, intranet, extranet, training and education.
Virtual enterprise – It includes
partnerships based on competencies, integrated network of firms, virtual
teaming, manufacturing, logistics, ERP systems, e-commerce that includes B2B,
B2A and B2C.
Implementation of IT – It requires
support from top management, cross-functional project teams with IT skills,
reengineering of business process, QFD, CE, LCA, project management, measuring
performance and metrics.