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Responses From Newsletter Article:

Ron -
While "social networking tools and virtual world meeting experiences will simulate the feeling of being there in person..." these will not supplant actual meetings, correspondence, and current methods drastically.  Why? For security concerns and our need to have the "biofeedback" of interacting with others that technology has yet to find a way to provide. Instant/text Messaging is already the norm but these are most analogous to in-person conversations.  There will still be the need to communicate formally to individuals and groups, pass draft documents etc. and the like.  Snail mail is still here and email will be as well for years to come. The other three areas are so generalized that it is difficult to respond.  These essentially boil down to: Yes, technology will continue to change business in ways few can imagine today.

Damon -
Glad to see the excitement and enthusiasm that IBM will be putting forth.  It will be interesting to see the technology implemented in some of the big corporate boardrooms and offices, business will be as usual for most.  Change comes gradually and older technology seems to always still linger because it has become comfortable and stable.  Isn’t instant/text messaging and other real-time collaborations already the norm, I’m doubtful they will override the way of email anytime soon.  Many of these changes will enhance multitasking but formal communication is here to stay (in-person contact, phone conversations, even letters). Technology can simulate much of today’s needed interaction within meetings and conversations but doesn’t give it that personal feeling or human touch.  Security and privacy will continue to be of growing concern in the years to come.