Database Access
If you have an ODBC compliant database that contains information you wish to publish on the Web, iHTML makes accessing that data very easy. Information such as stock levels, current pricing, order status and allowing order entry can be done using iHTML.

Dynamic VRML Worlds
iHTML is a tool that improves and enhances the serving of HTTP data. Since HTML and VRML both use the HTTP protocol, iHTML can serve dynamic VRML. What do we mean by this? Simply put, it is possible to use iHTML and a database to store the information about a VRML world within the database. Then to change the world, only the database needs to be modified which can be done through the browser as well. VRML sites built this way will be far superior due to their extended interactive nature. Using iHTML makes this a reality today.

Intranets
A large relatively untapped market exists behind the firewall in organizations of every size, the Intranet. Intranets are the use of Internet technology within the boundaries of a company to improve communications and centralize information for easy access.

Running a Commerce Site
Since iHTML can perform math functions and uses databases, it only makes sense that Commerce sites use iHTML to take orders, show stock levels, calculate prices and other administrative duties in selling goods over the Internet. Gone is the expensive, time consuming task of writing CGI scripts, use iHTML instead. iHTML will work using SSL and other secure http protocols.

Shopping Basket
Featuring dynamically generated pages containing products taken from your catalog database, and the ability for both local and remote administration through a Web interface, this package provides a shopping-cart paradigm for the online shopper.

Call Center or CRM
Most telephone support centers have a database of knowledge, customers and outstanding calls. This information, if accessible via the Web, could drastically reduce the number of phone calls to the center. Allowing customers to browse the knowledge base for answers or to enter a call directly from the web will obviously reduce costs and improve customer service. iHTML makes this possible by connecting to any ODBC compliant database and being able to access the necessary information.

Complement JavaScript
iHTML is a scripting/programming language with a strong background in web accessibliity to databases. Many of the Javascript functions can be replaced or enhanced with iHTML tags that give the same functionality. In this way, the client browser is independent Since all iHTML commands are resolved to data before being sent to the client, surfers can not steal the code that created the pages.

Reservation Systems
It is possible to use iHTML to generate graphics images dynamically. What this allows is the booking of seats in a theatre, restaurant, or trade show from a graphical interface. Seats that are taken will be indicated as such and those available could be selected and then reserved. The graphics features allow a whole new world of generating dynamic graphics based on user input.

Web Mailing List Manager
A complete email list manager, with interactive user registration forms, automatic distributed and moderated mailing lists, and a complete web-based administrative back-end can be created using iHTML. Using iHTML you can send email from your web documents for such things as Tips, News or other broadcast type situations. It can also be used to send information to a user after submission of form data such as download file location or activation keys.

Knowledge Testing System
Using a database and iHTML it is possible to create product knowledge testing systems, provide test preparation for educational and training institutions or to build distance education systems.

Forum System
Electronic conferences are a fundamental communications mechanism on the Internet. Using iHTML and a database, it is possible to create a messaging system that allows users to post messages and organize them into a searchable category based discussion forum.

Customized Content
iHTML can be used to generate HTML pages on-the-fly. Any HTML or iHTML tags can be contained in a database or variable. When resolved to data, it could contain more HTML or iHTML tags. This allows you to generate HTML pages and therefore customize content based on user input. Content can also be customized based on the time of day, the Class C or IP address of the user or the type of browser being used.

Online Site Maintenance
Using the browser as a front end to databases or applications even further standardizes the manner in which employees access corporate data. Allowing updating of the single datasource keeps both the internal and web site systems in sync and live. If a site is generated from data in a database, the site can be entirely maintained from within the browser environment.

Site Management & User Tracking
With the error trapping functions in iHTML it is possible to have automatic page self verification. It is also possible to check all the links on a site to make sure all pages exist. With the logging features in iHTML, users behaviour can be tracked and the site changed to suit users activity with the site.

Virtual 'Instant Web Site' Creation
Using a database to store page layouts and site features, it is possible to create small static sites for users on the fly. By entering standard information about a company into a database and selecting colours, backgrounds and style, a site can be dynamically generated. Changing the look of the site is as simple as changing a field in the database and regenerating the site.

Revenue Generation
Sites make money by generating advertisement revenue. To make reasonable amounts of money from advertising revenue, a site needs multiple advertisers. Using iHTML's iRANDOM feature, it is possible to create random advertisement's based on weightings of the ads. It can also track the total impressions of each ad for pricing structure improvements.

If you want additional information on how to use iHTML as stated above, don’t hesitate to contact us. If you have used iHTML in a new and exciting way, we want to hear about it. Email us the information at custserv@inline.net.