Technology >> Analyst Interviews >> November 13, 2000

Outlook For E-commerce & The Internet: Erik Olbeter – Schwab Washington Research Group

ERIK R. OLBETER is a Senior Analyst at Schwab Washington Research Group covering Internet and e-commerce sectors. He was previously associated with the Advanced Telecom and Information Technology Program, International Telecom Consultants and North Atlantic Research. Mr. Olbeter received a BA in Economics and Political Science from Rutgers University and an MA in Public Policy, emphasis in Telecommunications Policy from Georgetown University. Profile
TWST: Erik, will you start by telling us about the evolution of e-

commerce over the past five to 10 years?

Mr. Olbeter: Except for a few academics and government experts working

on ARPANet,