This book shows developers and architects how their organizations can use XML Web services to solve typical business problems.

This Microsoft Press® title shows IS developers and architects how to use XML Web services to create business solutions that enhance security enable interoperability with legacy systems facilitate collaboration among mobile workers provide seamless electronic data interchange and ease creation of customer-ready Web interfaces. Concrete real-world implementation examples are included to help developers and architects begin planning their move to XML Web services today. The book discusses XML Web service solutions within businesses among businesses and between businesses and consumers with complete security and scalability.