Definition of E-Commerce

E-Commerce is the term used to refer to electronic commerce or transacting business online. E-Commerce software is used and it includes a frontend and a backend component. The frontend typically involves a catalog and a shopping cart function, whereas the backend typically involves a transaction function that takes care of payment, security, and authorization.

E-Commerce software solutions are designed to simplify electronic commerce. They usually include a variety of tools that maintain e-business management and maintenance. With E-Commerce software, the owner should be able to upload and download product data including pictures and text. Additionally, the software enables the management of products, B2B prices, B2C prices, the management of customers, the management of orders from purchases to returns, the management of taxes and shipping, and the management of prices including sale prices, discounts with coupons, and incentive pricing. Moreover, integrated email is also included so that the site owner can utilize auto-responses such as confirmations.

External links:

• Wikipedia explanation of E-Commerce
• SearchCIO.com Definitions
• E-commerce guide