smes and e commerce the asia foundation 1 0 introduction this study examines current future use of internet small medium sized companies in thailand survey was conducted between october to december 2001 summary patterns description users 2 prospective 3 traditional drivers change usage email websites promotion sites 4 research information searches 5 domestic b2c b2b 6 barriers greater internal management related skills english etiquette computers costs external security international perceptions about educational issues poor it support services lack telephone lines access limited service quality isps 7 policy implications let market drive process education regulatory framework legal enforcement