Sampson: Economic and Social Implications
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For several years there has been tension between contrasting visions of the future of enterprise computing: the so-called integrated suite versus best-of-breed strategies, championed respectively by Oracle and IBM. Commonly, this conflict has been seen as a matter purely of technical efficiency and relative cost; but it is much more. Whether one approach or the other is destined to prevail is an issue with large implications for industrial progress and even for the political complexion of society. In 2004, the issue appeared to be resolved in favour of the status quo. But there are reasons to think that this may be only a temporary settlement. Since the conflict is likely to resume, it is desirable that those affected should understand its full implications.
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