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Business-to-business (B2B) interactions require a more sophisticated web services infrastructure.

  • Document exchange model: XML conveys legally binding documents
  • Must support reliable XML messaging
  • Must support EDI legacy systems
  • Must enable humans to step in for exception handling
  • Automated discovery and automated trading partner formation are optional
    • Most B2B trade is with a small number of partners
    • Most B2B partnership formation is based on human judgement
    • Most B2B partnerships are based on trust and past performance
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