IP networks create connectivity. Social networks create connexity. Metcalfe’s law outlined the exponential value of networks, but when disjointed groups of people get connected through social networking sites such as LinkedIn, unforeseen possibilities emerge and the value becomes transcendental, in a mathematical way at least.

With this category, we will explore innovative ways of leveraging business-oriented social networking sites, present unexpected success stories and track the progress of the best players in the space.

As a sidenote, I am an avid LinkedIn user and usually accept invitations from reputable users. Please feel free to take a look at my profile and send me an invitation at ghalimi at intalio dot com.