E-commerce edited by: manav sahu & Dr. Jitendra kumar sahu ( pmec & Research Scholar: Berhampur University & Professor,hod mech. Dept, smit chandipadar ) Introduction

Time to Market –
Time to market must be minimal as delays may result in losing the benefit of e
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Business integrati
on.
Impacts of eBusiness
Improved operational efficiency and productivity:
by eliminating operational waste and automatio
n of inefficient business practices, organizations can realize productivity gains
Reduction in operating costs and costs of goods and services:
by connecting directly with suppli
ers and distributors, organizations can realize more efficient processes that result in reduced units o
f cost for products or services and lower pries to customers while achieving economies of scale.
Improved competitive position:
global reach, rapid growth, efficient reduction of product time to
market and optimization of product distribution channels all contribute to superior cometitive positio
n.
Penetration into new markets through new channels:
with e
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Business location is of no conseque
nce when it comes to reaching customers.
Improved communication, information and knowledge sharing:
alignment of key supply chain p
artners with an organization‟s internal strategies helps exploit their expertise and knowledge, hence
creating opportunity to secure long
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term business by embedding their process and procedures in tho
se of their customers‟ supply chains.
Harmonization and standardization of process
Improved internal information access
Improved relationships with suppliers and improved customer service
Inhibitors of e
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Business

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Management/Strategy issues
e
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business strategy
Organizational changes required by e
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business
Management attitudes and organizational inflexibility
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