Electronic media are becoming an integral part of the office environment at companies throughout the world. Electronic mail (e-mail), voice mail, and facsimile machines are readily available and provide an expedient and convenient means of keeping in touch with your company and colleagues from your office, home, or on the road. To fully realize their potential, companies need to agree on the most effective and efficient ways for exchanging information between team members and colleagues. Guidelines are presented.
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