To combat this issue, large companies have begun to turn their proprietary systems to standard formats, allowing for stronger, inter-business links. NACS encourages companies to investigate their Internet service provider to see how information is transferred. Other issues NACS brings up are the potential of employees wasting time or using the Internet inappropriately. In addition, companies can restrict accessibility at their stores, so that employees are not allowed access to certain elements of the operation via the Internet. What to put up Marketers who have experience with home pages say they are a great way to interact with the public.
Companies can inform their customers about promotions, specials and grand openings.
They can reach out to potential employees by issuing job notices. Some companies use the Internet to distribute training materials, as well as updating and storing policies and procedures. Online access to such manuals can free up storage space. E-mail and help desk services can also provide employees with daily operating support. In addition, companies can communicate to stockholders, using the Internet to publish annual reports or company press releases.