Theme: E-Commerce Biz Model Differences
December 15, Issue 41

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Dear friends, This month we explore some of the not-so-obvious differences between the requirements of the common retail model and the emerging e-tail model practiced by online store retailers. We'll examine:

• Crucial Differences between Retailing and E-Tailing
• How Realistic is an Online Store as an Add-On to a Retail Store?
• Book Brief: The E-Commerce Book, by Korper and Ellis

God bless you,
Dr. Ralph F. Wilson, Editor

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Crucial Differences between Retailing and E-Tailing

E-tailing, a cute name for online retail sales, may look similar to retail sales, but there are dramatic differences in the business model. To be successful, an e-tailer must thoroughly understand those differences, the possible pitfalls, and the surprising strengths. Read the Article

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How Realistic is an Online Store as an Add-On to a Retail Store?

Since e-tailing can be a challenge, how realistic is it for a Mom and Pop retail store to add an e-commerce department? The author considers the pros and cons of large retail chains going online, and compares them with pure-play, Web only stores and Mom and Pop operations. Read the Article

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Book Brief: The E-Commerce Book

Now in its second edition, The E-Commerce Book outlines the basics about C2C, B2C, and B2B e-commerce. Read the Review