efficiency requires further investments in  end to end  automation, knowledge management and 

collaborative applications. The development of e commerce in the financial sector is a challenge 

for business regulation on national and international levels. The European Union has been 

issuing new regulations to promote harmonization across financial markets. Outsourcing will 

continue in the areas of technological support and non core activities.

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