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X.400 MHS: First Steps Towards an EDI Communication Standard (2nd publication) - Genilloud, Guy
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is an increasingly important application of computer communications. Until recently, EDI has developed independently of the communications technology and related standards. EDI users coped with this situation by setting up bilateral communication agreements or by using the services of Value Added Data Services centres, which provided protocol conversion. The introduction of X.400 MHS based systems and services is slowly modifying the general attitude towards EDI communications. For the first time, a CCITT rapporteur group is drafting a recommendation for EDI communications within the context of X.400 MHS. More importantly, there already exist official guidelines, both in...
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Water Privatisation: Trans-National Corporations and the Re-Regulation of the Water Industry - Allouche, Jeremy; Finger, Matthias
The accelerated programme of global privatization and deregulation in the provision of water and waste water services presents a minefield of issues for the industry professional. Setting the scene with a thorough introduction to water resource issues, "Water Privatisation" critically examines the new role played by trans-national corporations in managing and distributing water worldwide. Written from an organizational and institutional perspective, the authors propose new structures of water management at local, national and international scales allowing for the implementation of simple, cohesive and effective policies. Drawing from cutting-edge research in public administration, this book should be an essential tool for...
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