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Competitive Advantages and Challenges of E-Commerce
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Abstract
The rise of e-commerce, driven by the integration of technology into daily life and the increasing consumer preference for online shopping, has revolutionized the global trade of goods. Traditional retailing relied on physical stores, while e-commerce eliminated the need for a physical storefront by hosting merchandise in online stores. This shift reduced operational costs and offered consumers a vast variety of goods. However, e-commerce lacks the social experience of traditional retailing. This paper analyzes the evolution and current stage of e-commerce, evaluates the advantages and shortcomings of online retail, and provides insights into its future development. Understanding the transformative impact of e-commerce on the retail industry is crucial for stakeholders to make informed decisions and adapt to the changing landscape. By examining the past and present of e-commerce, this research contributes to a deeper understanding of its dynamics and implications. This knowledge serves as a foundation for anticipating the future trajectory of e-commerce and its continued growth.
Keywords
electronic commerce, online retailing, advantages and challenges
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- Volume Title
- Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Financial Technology and Business Analysis
- ISBN (Print)
- 978-1-83558-141-4
- ISBN (Online)
- 978-1-83558-142-1
- Published Date
- 01 December 2023
- Series
- Advances in Economics, Management and Political Sciences
- ISSN (Print)
- 2754-1169
- ISSN (Online)
- 2754-1177
- DOI
- 10.54254/2754-1169/47/20230380
- Copyright
- 01 December 2023
- Open Access
- This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited