Prophet 21 is offering an application service provider option to its customers and prospects to enable them quick and easy access to business-critical applications via the Internet.
BuildNet, parent company to HVAConline and PLUMBINGon-line, launched BuildNet Express, a tool to synchronize the supply chain by allowing trading partners to share critical information.
Prophet 21 has launched a new division, TradingPartnerConnect, that provides distributors and manufacturers of durable goods with a one-stop-shopping marketplace.
Colorado Springs, Colo.-based NxTrend Technology signed an agreement to sell to BuildNet Inc. of Research Triangle Park, N.C., an e-business, technology and project management systems provider for the home-building industry.
A survey conducted by e-commerce research provider The Kelsey Group/ConStat's Local Commerce Monitor reports that 64% of U.S. businesses with fewer than 100 employees are currently using the Internet while another 10% expect to be online in the next year.