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eXtensible Markup Language (XML) is a "next-generation" language that allows users to define information about data structures and content inside a document, in a standard way. XML offers some of the strengths of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and Hyper Text Markup Language (HTML), as it allows data to be processed by machines as well as being read by humans. It also allows for the exchange and validation of data structures interactively.

Some of the other characteristics that make XML a promising technology for enabling E-Commerce solutions include:

  • Internet-centric
  • Business Applications Flexibility
  • Proliferation of XML-based Standards
  • Industry Awareness and Availability of Resource
  • Improved Integration Paradigm

Driven by these characteristics, there is now strong momentum for XML to be a "next-generation" language for E-Commerce. It should be noted, that XML is still a relatively new technology and is in the "early adopter" stage of its evolution. It is also important to note that XML, like any other emerging technology, is not a panacea for all of the issues associated with the exchange of data within, and between, organizations. However, XML does hold the promise to provide software vendors, service providers and businesses a modern foundation that addresses some of the limitations of older technologies.

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Useful XML/EDI Resources

XML Reports and Position Papers:

ebXML Report
An exclusive report on the latest ebXML plenary meeting, held 31 January-4 February 2000 in Orlando, FL USA.

The report, prepared by Klaus-Dieter Naujok, Peregrine Director and Chair of the United Nations body for Trade Facilitation and Electronic Business (UN/CEFACT) and the Organization for the Advancement of Structured Information Standards (OASIS), with input of ebXML project team leaders, provides a complete rundown of events that occurred at the meeting and accomplishments as well as 2000 goals and objectives.

Peregrine's XML White Paper
This paper provides an introduction to eXtensible Markup Language (XML) as an emerging technology, as well as outlines major XML-based standards, areas of deployment, solution scenarios and Peregrine's plans for adopting XML to enable Internet-centric Electronic Commerce solutions.

X12's approach to XML
Will XML replace traditional X12 based EDI? Mike Rawlins defines the Extensible Markup Language (XML), and discusses the issues surrounding this method.

XML and the IT architect
XML report defining the new technology and its affects on enterprise and application architectures.

XML/EDI For Higher Education
Brief presentation delivered at the Electronic Standards in Higher Education Conference. May 14, 1999. (PowerPoint 97)

XML Webinar Presentation
An Introduction to XML and its application to e-commerce.

Additional XML resources:

Cafe con Leche XML News and Resources
Biggest free and independent XML source on the net.

CNET Builder.com
General information about XML, including a FAQ section.

Forrester search results for XML (registration required)
Recent XML research pieces.

Graphic Communications Association
Research, new flashes, glossary, and events calendar specifically focusing on XML.

IBM developerWorks homepage
XML news, related links and XML development.

ISIS European XML/EDI Pilot Project
The objective of the project is to promote the application of XML/EDI for Electronic Commerce. A web site discussing XML/EDI related issues.

Microsoft BizTalk Framework for adoption of XML
Peregrine supports Microsoft BizTalk Framework for adoption of XML in Electronic Commerce.

NewsNow Direct
XML news updated every 5 minutes.

Scientific American
XML research mostly relating to development.

UN/CEFACT
United Nations body for Trade Facilitation and Electronic Business (UN/CEFACT) and the Organization for the Advancement of Structured Information Standards (OASIS) will tackle the worldwide project to standardize XML (extensible markup language) business specifications.

Vtopia web site: Developer's Resource Center
XML resources and links.

World Wide Web Consortium (W3C)
The W3C outlines XML's activity by offering white papers, work in progress, events and discussions.

XML.com
Comprehensive XML library.

XML.org
The XML Industry.

XML/EDI Group
The homepage for the XML/EDI group.

XML info web site
Large XML site providing international help for XML in many languages.

XML Magic
Featuring XML resources providee by RTCI

XML Schemas
Schemas are advancing the future of XML by providing definition for a valid XML document and offering an alternative from Document Type Definitions (DTDs).

XMLSolutions
A web site providing XML, EDI, and E-Commerce solutions.

PC Magazine Online
Why XML Matters, an in-depth look at XML from PC Magazine Online.

 

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