But it doesn't mean local businesses can afford to ignore potential Internet competition. The consumer convenience segment is expanding beyond groceries. This fulfills the true promise of e-commerce to be fast and easy. It's different from past attempts by others to highlight businesses on the Web, from online shopping malls to portals. Any business on the Suncoast can post, she says.
Businesses can post coupons for free.
Consumers print out the coupons and present them to the merchants. No membership or registration is required. Her site offers 33 categories, from antiques to restaurants to pets. But as with many Web start-ups, Camp's site is interesting so far mostly for its potential. Not all categories have listings yet.