Abstract
This research defines a method for developing an XML-based unified content management service for global product manufacturers and distributors. The first phase of this thesis defines content management services and analyzes why content management services are important. Internet commerce provides a seamless product information flow from suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors to customers and requires content management systems. In today’s open business market, business transactions on the Internet are flourishing. The product supply chain thus includes the domain of information sharing, which therefore necessitates unified content management services. Several advanced technologies and approaches of content management services include multi-function architectures, powerful search engines, user-friendly interfaces, and tools for e-content creation, management, and maintenance.From a systematic point of view, domestic and foreign companies are involved in content management services. This thesis researches unified content management services and develops a means to provide seamless electronic content. The prototype unified content management system links and communicates with other content management systems or other business transaction platforms. End-users can take advantage of unified content management services to make their procurement and sales processes more efficient.