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Ross Dawson, the new functions

Peer-to-peer networking, 2:41 video

The rise in consumer-oriented social networking applications and platforms over recent years has drawn curiosity from enterprises both large and small. IDC believes that curiosity has turned into business opportunity as the lines between consumer and enterprise continue to blur. Unfortunately, adoption of social software in the enterprise has encountered some skepticism due to the hype surrounding the technology and the perception that it is the younger generations' means for socializing with friends. It has also been criticized as being a waste of time. Yet there is evidence to suggest that this doubt is shifting and that enterprise social software is becoming the next generation of collaboration tools to enhance organizational productivity.

Chris Pirillo makes simple but powerful arguments to adding social tech to business.

Etienne lui-meme

A collection of frameworks and figures from Altimeter Research, see more at Altimetergroup.com. Fantastic insight into all manner of networks and social business.