Charles Schwab - Expanding Online Trading Applications

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This case study was compiled from published sources, and is intended to be used as a basis for class discussion. It is not intended to illustrate either effective or ineffective handling of a management situation. Nor is it a primary information source.

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Case Code	:	ITSY007	For delivery in electronic format: Rs. 300; For delivery through courier (within India): Rs. 300 + Rs. 25 for Shipping & Handling Charges Themes Internet companies
Case Length	:	10 Pages
Period	:	1971-2001
Pub Date	:	2002
Teaching Note	:	Available
Organization	:	Charles Schwab & Co. Inc.
Industry	:	Financial Services
Countries	:	USA

Abstract:

The case examines how WAS was utilized for upgrading Schwab's website.

The case also discusses the company's decision to utilize Java technologies for preparing a website that could handle increased traffic effectively in the future.

Issues:

» Understand the importance of a high-quality technology infrastructure for a company providing online financial services and the need for constant up gradation in Internet related businesses.