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The seven benefits of an intranet site. Uniformity No matter what platform is used as the client, when viewed through a Web browser, the data appears the same. Low-cost With a common set of application programming interfaces and off the shelf server software, the cost of application development and deployment is greatly reduced. Familiarity The Web browser provides a single familiar interface from which users can run all their applications. Customization Tying marketing messages to databases allows for narrow casting down to an audience of one. Intelligent agents in the form of database-event notifications and alarms help fine-tune the automated message response. Cheap connections By using the Internet to replace corporate help numbers, the cost of maintaining calls is reduced to accessible documentation. Accessibility Users can conduct sophisticated searches using form-based criteria, without knowing Structured Query Language or any of the technical steps necessary to implement the query. Efficiency Database management systems are the most efficient way for companies to manage multiple Web pages. Employee access is 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The Columbus Group has been developing intranet sites for companies since 1995. Using the latest technology, these intranets are helping companies communicate with remote sales forces, foster secure customer services, and increase employee support. Contact us to find out what we can do for you, from generic intranets to database integration.