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Advantages and disadvantages of e-commerce

 E-commerce is by no means perfect business solution, it has pros and cons:

Advantages: 

  • Convenience: Allows customers to shop anytime, anywhere. (Yang et al., 2010) 
  • Greater Product Variety: E-commerce websites can offer a wider range of products. (Niranjanamurthy et al., 2013) 
  • Cost Savings: E-commerce businesses can save on rent, utilities, and other costs. (Niranjanamurthy et al., 2013) 
  • Personalization: E-commerce websites can personalize the shopping experience. (Yang et al., 2010)

Disadvantages: 

  • Lack of Personal Interaction: Customers cannot physically interact with products or receive personal assistance. (Yang et al., 2010)
  • Security Concerns: E-commerce transactions can be vulnerable to security breaches and fraud. (Niranjanamurthy et al., 2013)
  • Dependence on Technology: E-commerce businesses rely heavily on technology. (Yang et al., 2010) 
  • Shipping Delays: Customers may have to wait longer for their products to arrive. (Niranjanamurthy et al., 2013)

     

    References:

    Niranjanamurthy, M., Kavyashree, N., Jagannath, S. and Chahar, D., 2013. Analysis of e-commerce and m-commerce: advantages, limitations and security issues. International Journal of Advanced Research in Computer and Communication Engineering, 2(6), pp.2360-2370.

    Yang, J.X., Zhao, H.X. and Wan, J., 2010, November. Research on the advantages and disadvantages of online shopping and corresponding strategies. In 2010 International Conference on E-Product E-Service and E-Entertainment (pp. 1-3). IEEE.

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