M Commerce

By Norman Sadeh

Subjects: Internet, Exports & Imports, Electronic commerce, Multilevel, Cell phone equipment industry, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS, Mobile communication systems, Nonfiction, Cellular telephone equipment industry, Appareils et matériel, Wireless communication systems, Mobile commerce, Téléphonie cellulaire, Radiocommunications mobiles, Computer Technology, Marketing, Industrie, International, Commerce électronique, Transmission sans fil

Description: The first complete introduction to the technology and business issues surrounding m-commerce With the number of mobile phone users fast approaching the one billion mark, it is clear that mobile e-commerce (a.k.a. "m-commerce") is the next business frontier. Authored by a recognized international authority in the field, this book describes the brave new world of m-commerce for technical and business managers alike. Readers learn about the driving forces behind m-commerce, the impact of WAP, 3G, mobile payment, and emerging location-sensitive and context-aware technologies. A comprehensive look at emerging m-commerce services and business models, as well as the changing role of mobile network operators, content providers, and other key players. The author concludes with informed predictions about the future of m-commerce.