Electronic Commerce: State-of-the-Art
Year: 2014
Type: article
Abstract: In recent times, electronic commerce has gain popularity around the globe with many advanced technologies introduced in its operation. E-commerce has allowed firms to establish a market presence, or to enhance an existing market position by providing a cheaper and more efficient distribution chain for their products or services. This paper discusses the past and present happenings in e-commerce operation. The definition of e-commerce by some scholars as well as the researcher’s own definition according to the present situation of e-commerce is discussed. In addition, history, unique features, major types, benefits and barriers to the growth of e-commerce are analysed. The paper further examines the difference between e-commerce and e-business.
Author: Dan Cudjoe
Language: English
Subfield: Business and International Management
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W14767887