Enterprise Mashup Systems as Platform for Situational Applications

Abstract

Currently, several Enterprise 2.0 platforms are beginning to emerge. This new generation ofweb-based enterprise platforms significantly influences application development and use. Apart fromthe IT department, the end users participate in the development of business applications by composing their ownwork environments based on their continuously changing needs. This paper introduces EnterpriseMashup technology as ameans to improve IT alignment of individualwork processes and changing business needs. Furthermore, organizational key drivers, technical challenges and inhibitors are discussed to assess the potential business value and explain the emerging expansion ofMashup platforms in companies.