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This article provides an in-depth analysis of the key components of e-business as of January 2011. It covers essential topics like website basics, the technology driving online sales, and intricate e-business processes. Attention is given to procurement, logistics, and collaborative planning, along with pressing challenges such as managing growth, security, and legal frameworks. The role of web design, development, and hosting within e-business is also explored, making this a comprehensive resource for businesses looking to enhance their online presence and navigate the evolving digital landscape.
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Today (1/18/2011) • The Big Picture • E-Business – Some insights • Website Basics • Visual Studio 2008 and Web Design • Next (1/20/2011) • Hands-on intro in lab
What is driving e-Business? • Technology • Business
E-Business Processes • Online Catalogs • Online Sales, Returns, & Service • Procurement and order management • Operations and logistics • Collaborative planning, forecasting, and replenishment • Collaborative product development
Issues to Consider in e-Business • Business issues • Target market • Investment options • Expected returns • Outsource/inhouse • Technological issues • Server technology • Server capacity • Connection speed • Hosting
Major Challenges in e-Business • Managing multiple channels • Managing growth • Responding to changes in business environment • Keeping up with technological changes • Security and privacy of online data and processes • Legal and regulatory framework
A Browser and a Web page Web Browser (Client) xHTML + Client-side Script Web Server The Internet Request for a Web page xHTML + Client-side scripts + Server-side code Service Delivery Images/multimedia Text Web Design, Development, & Hosting Hyperlinks Interactive Content User Experience
Server-side Processing HTTP Request HTTP Response Client Microsoft IIS Server Web Page from Web folder ASP.Net Engine IIS • HTML • Style & Style Sheets • Client-side scripts • Server-side Scripts ASP.Net Data Objects Database Source: Active Server Pages, Wille & Koller, Sams Publishing