People who claim to be futurists are obliged to demonstrate that their earlier visions were accurate. In this context, I submit this presentation to the Hotel Electronic Distribution Network Association in 2001. Eight years later, I find myself repeating myself.
6. 8/25/01 Watch Your Language! Four letter words may not be acceptable but TLAs are!
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26. Cost Headaches Ahead 8/25/01 # of unique eBusiness relationships Time & Cost Each e-Business relationship is unique, involves integration with disparate systems, and every change currently requires a skilled programmer.