Web services have evolved from plain application-integration enablers to
value-added stand-alone functionality providers such as getting a quote to a
comprehensive business function like processing orders. Enterprises are
exploiting this new revenue model by offering such business functions as
services on usage basis. Information sharing instances such as Amazon's
e-commerce services have helped in the creation of new powerful solutions
using business functions as services.
Why Do We Need Adaptation in Web Services?
In the vision of e-business, it becomes important to address the dynamic
nature of business environments. As third parties access more and more
business functions, the richness of Web services offered should be adequately
addressed. With Web services having t... (more)
The quality of any application is determined by the robustness and
scalability of the system. It's mandatory to simulate the actual environment
and test the application for preparedness. Web Services-savvy applications
need a different methodology for testing in a real-world scenario. The
UI-less nature of Web Services presents a significant challenge in testing
such applications. The wh... (more)