Research by Jay Eckles

This page contains links to the research I've done in the field of Information Science. Much of this is work that I've done as part of my master's degree program at Pennsylvania State University, and some is self-directed research. Check back occasionally as I will be adding new essays as they are written.

• An Overview of Grid Computing in Financial Services July 24, 2003
  Used for academic research projects for years, the distributed processing technique known as grid computing is taking hold of corporate imagination. This paper defines grid computing and talks about how it is and can be used in the financial services industry.
• Look before you Leap: the challenges of implementing web services for integration projects June 6, 2003
  This article looks at the real-world practical challenges to implementing web services for enterprise integration projects. It cuts through the marketing hype that surrounds web services and draws on the experience of early adopters.
• Language Design Before Our Eyes: The Birth and Evolution of Java April 9, 2002
  Because Java is such a relatively young programming language, many of us were in the profession to see its introduction and evolution. That makes it a great case study for programming language design. This paper explores how the practical decisions made by the language designers led to the Java we know today.
• Information Technology: Meeting the Challenges of Virtual Cross-functional Teams October 18, 2001
  As organizations diversify and expand vertically in their industry, cross-functional teams become a critical part of a business's success. As those same organizations become globally distributed, the cross-functional teams become virtual cross functional teams. This paper looks at how Information Technology supplies solutions that enable and empower virtual cross-functional teams in business.

If you have any questions or would like to contact me for any reason, please email me at j.eckles@computer.org.