Tools for collaboration work: These tools enable teams
to globally share dedicated spaces for managing the
project lifecycle; editing and publishing materials;
conducting live discussions and interactions; and
maintaining a repository of materials associated with
every step of the process. For example, QuickPlace is a
Lotus's web-based shared workspace software for realtime
collaboration among geographically dispersed
participants. Using QuickPlace, coworkers, suppliers,
partners, and customers can communicate online
immediately within a structured workspace created for
that purpose. An online workspace can make it possible
for people to work together more easily and less
expensively.