Toshiba Launches Social Network for Employees

Toshiba announced today it is launching a social business network called eXCHANGE, aimed at connecting its sales, service, administrative and corporate employees in the U.S.

Toshiba says eXCHANGE is similar to other social networks, such as Facebook, LinkedIN or MySpace and it will offer members an online forum to share and seek information, including best sales practices, user generated information and product tips.

eXCHANGE tools include:

• Detailed profiles of online eXCHANGE members that will enable users to connect directly to other Toshiba sales professionals
• Blogs that will keep members aware of ongoing product and program updates
• Video clips that will provide education and product launch information
• Content ratings, which will help indicate the value of information and content
• RSS Feeds/tags that mark key interest areas for users
• Intelligent searches that will help members locate information quickly and easily

  The social networking site is currently available to select users in a Beta version. It will launch to all eligible members on September 8.