Users at Fabrikam, Inc. can make decisions more easily because they have immediate access to the information they need. This functionality is provided by Microsoft Exchange Client and Microsoft Exchange Server working together. The server moves the information throughout the organization; the client provides the ability to search through data to find the necessary information. The ability of the Microsoft Exchange Client to group, sort, and filter information creates intelligent agents for handling tasks, support for group scheduling, and the ability for users to develop custom forms and build custom applications without programming. All of these capabilities make it easier for users to communicate.
Fabrikam, Inc. users will also be able to create applications quickly and easily. For example, a user may find a public folder application and want to make a similar application with only a few changes (such as copying the customer-tracking application, including its forms, rules, and permissions).
The purpose of each public folder is similar¾to provide a centrally accessible location where information on outside organizations can be kept and to enable users of the folder to enter information as it is gathered. To accomplish these tasks, Fabrikam, Inc. intends to use Forms Designer and will install Forms Designer on most of the company's desktops that are running Microsoft Exchange Client. However, the administrator retains the sole ability to distribute applications created by users to the rest of the company, usually after the application has been completely tested.