Groupware

Introduction

A groupware, also called collaborative software, is a software that supports multiusers tasks on the same platform. Instead of a workflow processed centered task, groupwares enable a workflow information centered task in which all actors can access and modify an information.

Groupwares aren't only softwares that permit to share and access the same information. Groupware also includes:

• document sharing and document management
• group calendaring and scheduling
• group contact and task management
• threaded discussions
• text chat
• data conferencing and audio and videoconferencing
• workflow, which allows messages and documents to be routed to the appropriate users, is often part of a groupware system.

Plateforms

Software

• Ning
• Belvedere

• Lotus Notes
• MS SharePoint

Resources

• The unOfficial Yellow Pages of CSCW
• Groupware links
• Computer Supported Cooperative Work
• CSCW Centers