|  | | | |  | | | | The extended enterprise, the next stage in an e-business development, is here. This is an infrastructure that tightly integrates with systems from those once labeled as “outsiders.” It is an environment where digital streams converge from all business constituents. Consequently, it serves users based on their roles — not locations. In this special Signature Series portal we’ve compiled articles, case studies, diagrams and other resources to help you construct and manage your company’s own extended enterprise. | | | |  | | | | | Defending the extended enterprise Are firewalls enough? Should you invest in a bundled security product? What type of security planning should you undertake? We explore what it takes to secure your changing enterprise. | | | | Supporting remote offices Our SMB channel is the one place to get all the information you need about the technical, managerial and business requirements for establishing and successfully supporting a remote office. Daily news, how-tos, product reviews, management advice and more. | | | | Case studies research center See how network executives extend their enterprises and make the most of technology to better their businesses. | | | | Your Take: Network executives share their wisdom See how net execs of large enterprises tackle the tough issues, such as staffing, budgets, security, implementing cutting-edge technology and more. | | | | 
The Extended Enterprise Issue is one of six bimonthly special issues providing insights, opinions and information on the biggest trends shaping the networked world. | | |
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