Electronic Financial Services Technology & Management

Summary: Unlike other books on e-finance, this book covers the issues of technology management. It introduces the latest information and communication technologies (ICT) that managers need to know about. The book also includes examples of state-of-the-art information systems that are supporting the Internet operations of many financial service institutions. Several chapters in the book are dedicated to the technologies deployed in various areas - including banking, insurance, stock trading - and discussions on solutions to some of the contemporary problems in these areas. Key Features: 1. Jargon is not avoided, but is explained thoroughly 2. Includes studies of e-finance systems in use by the major financial services in the world 3. Small case studies are included, plus questions for discussion are given at the end of each chapter 4. A comprehensive glossary is supplied The Author: Dr Hakman Wan is an assistant professor with the Open University of Hong Kong. Dr Wan is an expert on the development of the electronic finance market and the technology being deployed. Readership: The book is written for business managers that are interested to know the technology behind an electronic finance system and for those who wish to probe into the technology in search of opportunities. The book is also suitable for postgraduate students. Contents: New age of financial services Information technology and the Internet E-banking technology and design E-payment E-insurance E-stock trading E-fundraising and other services Security management Regulatory compliance Financial risk management Postscript Appendix Glossary Bibliography