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... paragraphs later, they added, "Anyone with a computer is a citizen of the world-and a richer world at that." The extent of the Internet's impact on life and business can be measured by Merrill Lynch's willingness to place at risk its sales force of 14,800 stockbrokers as the company heads straight into the E-economy. When all of Merrill Lynch's explanations and assurances of protecting its brokers are stripped away, it's clear that the company sees its future on the Net. Auto manufacturers are right there, too. The move to cut costs by cutting out dealers is clear, and it's driven by the possibilities created by the Internet. Whether it's real estate sales or travel agencies, these functions will soon be Net-based. Beyond the obvious impact, such as displacing stockbrokers or bookstore clerks, ... brought about by the Internet are dramatic and far-reaching, they are overwhelming when taken together. No business will escape the disruptions cause by an E-economy. Here are 11 ways the Internet is playing havoc with every business: Lowering prices. A quick look around a CompUSA store tells the story. "Where are the computers?" someone asks. They're hidden away in the back, and software takes center stage, along with such electronic devices as PDAs. Computer consulting firms were the first to drop hardware because of paper-thin margins. Next it will be the stores. Whether it's for computers or airline tickets, the ability for customers to use the Web to shop is unequalled. Inflationary pressures are weak, even with full employment and high consumer demand, thus challenging a near-sacred economic dictum. Is ...

... paragraphs later, they added, "Anyone with a computer is a citizen of the world-and a richer world at that." The extent of the Internet's impact on life and business can be measured by Merrill Lynch's willingness to place at risk its sales force of 14,800 stockbrokers as the company heads straight into the E-economy. When all of Merrill Lynch's explanations and assurances of protecting its brokers are stripped away, it's clear that the company sees its future on the Net. Auto manufacturers are right there, too. The move to cut costs by cutting out dealers is clear, and it's driven by the possibilities created by the Internet. Whether it's real estate sales or travel agencies, these functions will soon be Net-based. Beyond the obvious impact, such as displacing stockbrokers or bookstore clerks, ... brought about by the Internet are dramatic and far-reaching, they are overwhelming when taken together. No business will escape the disruptions cause by an E-economy. Here are 11 ways the Internet is playing havoc with every business: Lowering prices. A quick look around a CompUSA store tells the story. "Where are the computers?" someone asks. They're hidden away in the back, and software takes center stage, along with such electronic devices as PDAs. Computer consulting firms were the first to drop hardware because of paper-thin margins. Next it will be the stores. Whether it's for computers or airline tickets, the ability for customers to use the Web to shop is unequalled. Inflationary pressures are weak, even with full employment and high consumer demand, thus challenging a near-sacred economic dictum. Is ...