These companies, say the authors, are showing that the use of blogs, wikis, widgets and other Web 2.0 tools "encourages horizontal collaboration and harnesses the power of collective intelligence to boost productivity, foster innovation and create enhanced value".
Very good white from Cecile Demailly about how social tools (aka social networks) will change our corporations, and what we must do to reach this level.
Stop Blocking!
Companies everywhere are blocking employee access to the
Net, fueled by questionable research and irresponsible pronouncements of
self-serving individuals and organizations. This site is designed to serve as a
hub information resource for those who believe the benefits of providing access
far outweigh the risks.